PHARMACY

FDA gives Long Grove OK for generic Halaven

Eribulin mesylate injection is a cancer medication.
Report finds increase in specialty drug trend, spend

Specialty drug spend and trend rose in 2023, per the latest PSG report.
Sandoz launches biosimilar Pyzchiva in Europe

Pyzchiva is approved for treatment of adults with plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn’s disease and in certain pediatric plaque psoriasis patients.
Alembic launches generic Valium Injection

Diazepam injection is indicated for the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety.
Surescripts releases report on clinician perspectives, prescribing patterns

The report highlights the biggest issues facing care providers, pharmacist prescribing trends and opportunities for patient care teams to continue evolving to meet the needs of patients.
Video: 4 Minutes with Rite Aid's Summer Kerley

Kerley talked about Rite Aid's new immunization program and clinical dispensing tool.
Aurobindo receives FDA nod for 3 generics

The FDA has granted Aurobindo permission for generic Waylis, generic Noxafil and generic Olumiant.
NCPA announces finalists for Student Business Plan competition

Pharmacy students from the three universities have been named finalists in the 2024 Good Neighbor Pharmacy NCPA Pruitt-Schutte Student Business Plan Competition.