PHARMACY

Eli Lilly intros Zepbound
An injectable Zepbound is now available in six doses through a prescription that can be filled at retail and mail-order pharmacies.
Teva intros generic Risperdal Consta
Risperidone for Extended-Release Injectable Suspension is used for the treatment of schizophrenia on its own or in combination with lithium or valproate for the maintenance treatment of Bipolar I Disorder.

Lupin receives FDA OK for generic Chantix, launches generic Lo/Ovral-28

Generic Chantix is indicated as an aid to smoking cessation treatment; Generic Lo/Ovral-28 is a contraceptive drug indicated to prevent pregnancy.
Pharmacy orgs praise House passage of bipartisan bill to deliver PBM reforms

NACDS and NCPA praised the passage of the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act by the U.S. House of Representatives, which is a vital aspect of PBM reform.
PQS Trend Report examines socio-demographic, utilization factors related to medication adherence

This year’s report underscores the impact that socio-demographic factors could have on performance.
Cigna reportedly ends negotiations to acquire Humana, plans major stock buyback

Cigna on Sunday announced plans to do an additional $10 billion in share repurchases, bringing total repurchases to $11.3 billion, per a Reuters report.
Takeda launches Adzynma

Adzynma is the first recombinant ADAMTS13 enzyme replacement therapy for treating Congenital Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura.
Hyloris obtains FDA OK for generic Condylox

Podofilox Gel is an antimycotic drug for the topical treatment of external genital and perianal warts.
Kroger, Soda Health launch Smart Benefits Program

The program provides access to personalized benefits for food, health products, pharmacy and nutrition services as well as other social care needs.
Sectyr, CEimpact partner to help pharmacies maintain training compliance

The software's capabilities include archiving all the training an organization has taken to meet regulatory requirements and assigning, tracking and reporting on CE.