PHARMACY

North American generics makers call for rejection of new exclusivity period for biologics
The Association for Accessible Medicines, Canadian Generic Pharmaceutical Association, and Mexican Association of Generic Medicines issued a joint statement on a new U.S.-Mexico understanding on biologic exclusivity.
These pharmacies topped J.D. Power’s 2018 survey
Health-and-wellness services available in brick-and-mortar pharmacies and the timeliness of delivery for mail order pharmacies are among the key factors driving customer satisfaction, according to the survey

Counter Talk: The soft touch of pharmacy

Pharmacists need to expand their world to gain a better perspective of their customers, says Joel Zive, director of education at Brooklyn, N.Y.’s Medly pharmacy.
Lupin gains FDA nod for generic Neurontin tablets

According to IQVIA data, gabapentin tablets had annual sales of approximately $180 million.
FDA approves Lupin’s generic Beyaz

The product had annual sales of approximately $8 million, according to IQVIA data.
Albertsons’ Salemi wins IQVIA’s Greenberg Award

Salemi was presented the award by IQVIA vice president of supplier management Jim Hunter, along with vice president of industry relations Doug Long, vice president of global supplier services Bob Wahl and consultant Sarah Keefer.
FDA approves 9th indication for Janssen's Imbruvica

Janssen Pharmaceuticals announced that it has received The Food and Drug Administration’s approval of Imbruvica in combination with rituximab for the treatment of Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia, or WM, a rare blood cancer.
NACDS takes the offensive on many fronts

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores’ two top executives emphasized the association’s commitment to the success of retailer and supplier members amid times of dramatic change during its business program on Sunday morning, the second day of the three-day NACDS Total Store Expo event in Denver.
NACDS honors Rite Aid’s Podgurski with Pratt Award

NACDS honored Mike Podgurski, Rite Aid vice president of pharmacy services, with the Harold W. Pratt Award — its highest honor commemorating service to pharmacy.
H-E-B honored with PEP Award

H-E-B received the Politically Engaged Pharmacy Award Saturday evening during the Political Involvement Reception at NACDS Total Store Expo.