Nigeria: Death For Fake Drug Merchants? [editorial] Oct 15, 2009
What NAFDAC ought to do to curb the stubborn fake drug trade is to step up its monitoring and enforcement duties to ensure the quality of pharmaceutical products in the country ... That is why the NAFDAC boss deserves all the necessary logistics support in his bid to set up control points in China and India - two major pharmaceutical products exporting nations to Nigeria - to verify the quality of drugs headed for Nigeria. (allAfrica.com)
Novel, soy-based SE5-OH containing Natural S-equol supplement reduced hot flash frequency by nearly 59 percent Oct 9, 2009
Otsuka researches, develops, manufactures and markets innovative and original products, with a focus on pharmaceutical products for the treatment of diseases and consumer products for the maintenance of everyday health. Otsuka is committed to being a corporation that creates global value, adhering to the high ethical standards required of a company involved in human health and life, maintaining a dynamic corporate culture, and working in harmony with local communities and the natural... (EurekAlert!)
Hong Kong Investors Cautious on Wynn Macau IPO Oct 3, 2009
While Wynn isn't unique in the same way as Sinopharm, which is the largest distributor of pharmaceutical products in China and the only company of its kind (of significant size) to be listed outside of China, the more modest retail interest is also a clear sign that investors are getting increasingly sceptical about the benefit of participating it IPOs. Many Hong Kong retail investors buy IPOs for the short-term; selling the shares after just a few days for a quick profit. (BusinessWeek)
Children's Belly Aches Don't Disappear with Antidepressant Oct 3, 2009
"Many pharmaceutical products are prescribed for off-label use in children due to the lack of clinical trials testing the efficacy of the drugs in children and adolescents," Saps explained in the news release. "Therefore, the pediatric gastroenterologist frequently has to make treatment decisions without the evidence of how drugs work in children," he added. (MEDLINEplus)
Covidien device gets FDA approval Oct 1, 2009
Covidien operates Covidien Imaging Solutions and Pharmaceutical Products, also known as , in St. Louis. Covidien had nearly $10 billion in revenue in 2008 and has more than 41,000 employees worldwide, including 3,000 in the St. Louis area. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Antidepressant and placebo are equally effective in child pain relief Oct 1, 2009
"Many pharmaceutical products are prescribed for off-label use in children due to the lack of clinical trials testing the efficacy of the drugs in children and adolescents. Therefore, the pediatric gastroenterologist frequently has to make treatment decisions without the evidence of how drugs work in children," said Miguel Saps, MD, of Children's Memorial Hospital and lead author of the study. "The high placebo effect we identified in this study suggests that further studies of the use of... (EurekAlert!)
Big Pharma Faces a Crackdown in Europe Oct 1, 2009
Europeans spend some $275 billion a year on pharmaceutical products an average of $550 for every man, woman and child. But generic medicines can cost as much as 90% less than branded drugs: total savings gained by copycat drugs entry amounted to at least $17 billion over the 2000-2007 period examined by the Commission. (Time.com)
Perrigo Company (PRGO) Chief Executive Officer to Ring The NASDAQ Stock Market Closing Bell Sep 26, 2009
The Company is the world's largest manufacturer of OTC pharmaceutical products for the store brand market. The Company's primary markets and locations of manufacturing and logistics operations are the United States, Israel, Mexico and the United Kingdom. (Primezone Releases)
Soul Pattinson profit jumps twelve-fold on coal sale Sep 24, 2009
"This is a clear result of our diversified investment methodology, focusing on basic commodities such as building products, coal, equities, telecommunications, financial services and pharmaceutical products," he said. The market value of Washington Hs investment portfolio rose 14 per cent to $4 billion by July 31 from $3. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
U.S. District Court Upholds Validity of Lilly's Evista Patents Through 2014 Sep 24, 2009
Lilly, a leading innovation-driven corporation, is developing a growing portfolio of pharmaceutical products by applying the latest research from its own worldwide laboratories and from collaborations with eminent scientific organizations. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind. (PR Newswire)
Cannabis Science Goes Live with Two National Business Radio Show Interviews Beginning Tomorrow Covering the Nation with Stu Taylor's "Equity Strategies Show" Sep 23, 2009
The Company works with world authorities on phytocannabinoid science targeting critical illnesses, and adheres to scientific methodologies to develop, produce, and commercialize phytocannabinoid-based pharmaceutical products. In sum, we are dedicated to the creation of cannabis-based medicines, both with and without psychoactive properties, to treat disease and the symptoms of disease, as well as for general health maintenance. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fortebio, Inc. to Present at UBS Global Life Sciences Conference Sep 22, 2009
Sept. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- ForteBio(R), Inc., a leading supplier of label-free technology that accelerates the development of biotherapeutic and pharmaceutical products, announced today that Joseph D. Keegan, Ph. D., ForteBio's president and chief executive officer, will present at the UBS Global Life Sciences Conference on Wednesday, September 23, 2009. (PR Newswire)
Elite Pharmaceuticals Appoints Chief Executive Officer and Chief Scientific Officer Sep 22, 2009
Since 2003, Mr. Treppel has served as a member of the board of directors of Akorn, Incorporated (Nasdaq: - ), a specialty pharmaceutical company engaged in the development, manufacturing and marketing of branded and multi-source pharmaceutical products and vaccines. Mr. Treppel serves as the Chair of Akorn's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee and as a member of its Audit Committee and Compensation Committee. (Primezone Releases)
Covidien to lay off 70 Sep 22, 2009
Covidien plc operates and Pharmaceutical Products, also known as , in St. Louis. Covidien was spun off from in 2007. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Antiques aplenty Sep 19, 2009
Anhar, an Indonesian-Chinese lawyer, began his working life as a travelling salesman for pharmaceutical products when he was forced by circumstances to postpone his plans to practise medicine. He did not then envisage giving up on medicine altogether and taking up the legal profession, let alone becoming one of Indonesias most acclaimed hoteliers. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
My turn: Health care debate picks up pace, shows progress Sep 19, 2009
The amazing pharmaceutical products produced by American firms are made possible in part by public dollars underwriting the research and development process. But a far larger incentive for private-sector firms to seek out medicines that produce miraculous results is the economic reward for creating these products. (Juneau Empire)
Paladin to Present at the UBS Global Life Sciences Conference in New York City Sep 18, 2009
Paladin Labs Inc., headquartered in Montreal, Canada, is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on acquiring or in-licensing innovative pharmaceutical products for the Canadian market. With this strategy, a focused national sales team and proven marketing expertise, Paladin has evolved into one of Canada's leading specialty pharmaceutical companies. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Firms benefit from exports Sep 15, 2009
Mineral fuel and oils, soap and waxes, cosmetics, optic and medical instruments and pharmaceutical products industries all saw double-digit increases in export sales last year. Only the auto industry and glass makers posted declining export numbers. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Chicago Bears Quarterback Jay Cutler, Eli Lilly and Company and the American Diabetes Association Team Up to Fund Diabetes Camp Scholarships Through "Touchdowns for Diabetes" Sep 12, 2009
Eli Lilly and Company, a leading innovation-driven company, is developing a growing portfolio of pharmaceutical products by applying the latest research from its own worldwide laboratories and from collaborations with eminent scientific organizations. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind. (PR Newswire)
US recession may be over: Fed survey Sep 10, 2009
Several regions noted more production for pharmaceutical products. Although the ailing residential real-estate market is still weak, it also flashed signs of improvements. (India Times)
Hana Biosciences Receives NASDAQ Delisting Notification Sep 9, 2009
Additional risks that may affect such forward-looking statements include Hana's need to raise additional capital to fund its product development programs to completion, Hana's reliance on third-party researchers to develop its product candidates, and its lack of experience in developing and commercializing pharmaceutical products. Additional risks are described in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. (Primezone Releases)
REGURIN(R) XL (trospium chloride) Once Daily Tablets Now Available in the UK for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder Sep 8, 2009
Text hiding to spacing. LONDON, September 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Regurin(R) XL (trospium chloride), a once-daily, prolonged-release capsule to treat patients with overactive bladder (OAB) has been launched in the UK. Regurin(R) XL provides rapid, significant and consistent improvements in the symptoms of OAB1 and has a reduced potential for central nervous system (CNS) side effects(2-7). (PR Newswire)
Sigma pushes for $297m, announces $60m buy-up Sep 7, 2009
Sigma and BMS will also enter into a manufacturing agreement for a period of up to five years, under which Sigma will manufacture certain pharmaceutical products for BMS for distribution overseas. Sigma said the acquired brand portfolio and manufacturing contracts currently generate annual turnover of about $50 million, comprising $33 million from acquired brands and $17 million from contract manufacturing. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Loyalty is enough Sep 6, 2009
HOUSEHOLD brand Hai-O is known for its traditional herbal and pharmaceutical products, some of which are quite bitter ... Chinese herbal and pharmaceutical products will always remain Hai-Os core business, said Tan, who also founded the Malaysia-China Friendship Association. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Anticancer compound found in American mayapple Sep 6, 2009
Podophyllotoxin and its derivatives are used in several commercially available pharmaceutical products such as the anticancer drugs etoposide, teniposide, and etopophos, which are used in the treatment of small-cell lung cancer, lymphoblastic leukemia, testicular cancer, and brain tumors. Podophyllotixin derivatives are also used for the treatment of psoriasis and malaria, and some are being tested for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. (EurekAlert!)
KV Pharmaceutical Appoints Interim Chief Financial Officer Sep 5, 2009
KV Pharmaceutical Company is a fully integrated specialty pharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures, markets, and acquires technology-distinguished branded and generic/non-branded prescription pharmaceutical products ... Such factors include (but are not limited to) the following: (1) the ability to continue as a going concern; (2) changes in the current and future business environment, including interest rates and capital and consumer spending; (3) the difficulty of predicting FDA... (PR Newswire)
Food and Drugs Authorities to ensure quality control Sep 5, 2009
He explained that pharmaceutical products constituted about 30 to 36 per cent of all health budget expenditure in many developing countries and governments placed high premium on policies that would ensure the availability and access to medicines at affordable prices. He complained of the numerous tragedies associated with medicines notwithstanding their benefits which he said had resulted from the use of medicines contaminated with toxic ingredients, impurities of degradation, substandard and... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Saxena White P.A. Reminds All Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Investors of September 15, 2009 Lead Plaintiff Deadline -- MTXX Sep 5, 2009
The Company, through its subsidiary, produces, markets and sells, among other pharmaceutical products, Zicam Cold Remedy nasal gel, Zicam Cold Remedy gel swabs, and Zicam Cold Remedy children's swabs. The Complaint alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose material adverse facts concerning the Company's operational well-being and future prospects. (Primezone Releases)
Sinopharm targets US$1bil from IPO Sep 5, 2009
HONG KONG: China s largest pharmaceutical products distributor, Sinopharm Group Co Ltd, is set to raise up to HK$8. 73bil (US$1. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Sinopharm Said to Seek Up to $1.13 Billion in Hong Kong Initial Share Sale Sep 4, 2009
The nations only central government-controlled drug seller is raising capital to expand, improve its distribution and retail networks, buy foreign pharmaceutical products, upgrade its logistics systems and better its information technology and e- commerce platform, according to a preliminary share sale document sent to investors Aug. 31. Chinas pharmaceutical market is expected to grow 17 percent annually in the next five years, on the back of an aging population, rising household income,... (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Virginia to benefit from largest heath care fraud settlement in U.S. history Sep 4, 2009
3 billion nationally to resolve criminal and civil liability arising from the illegal promotion of certain pharmaceutical products. Virginia's total federal and state Medicaid recovery is nearly 12 million, with 6. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Endo Pharmaceuticals to Present at Thomas Weisel Partners Healthcare Conference 2009 Sep 1, 2009
The company markets its branded pharmaceutical products to physicians in pain management, neurology, surgery, oncology, endocrinology and primary care. More information, including this and past press releases of Endo Pharmaceuticals, is available at. (PR Newswire)
Hisamitsu completes Noven acquisition Aug 30, 2009
Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co. develops and markets prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical products using transdermal delivery systems technology. Noven, which also manufactures transdermal patches that deliver drugs through the skin, joins a long list of local pharmaceutical and medical device companies that have been bought out. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Four Studies Published in The Lancet Show roflumilast (Daxas(R)), a New Oral Approach to COPD, Improves Lung Function and Reduces Exacerbations Aug 28, 2009
These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including the difficulty of predicting FDA approvals, the acceptance and demand for new pharmaceutical products, the impact of competitive products and pricing, the timely development and launch of new products, and the risk factors listed from time to time in Forest Laboratories' Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and any subsequent SEC filings. For further information Nycomed Media: General phone: +1 917 968... (PR Newswire)
Takeda Initiates Cardiovascular Outcomes Trial for Alogliptin, An Investigational Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes Aug 28, 2009
As the largest pharmaceutical company in Japan and one of the global leaders of the industry, Takeda is committed to striving toward better health for individuals and progress in medicine by developing superior pharmaceutical products ... Takeda is committed to striving toward better health for individuals and progress in medicine by developing superior pharmaceutical products. (PR Newswire)
Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Completes Acquisition of Noven Pharmaceuticals Aug 28, 2009
Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc. is a leading pharmaceutical company that develops and markets prescription and over-the-counter ("OTC") pharmaceutical products using transdermal delivery systems technology ... Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company engaged in the research, development, manufacture, marketing and sale of prescription pharmaceutical products. (PR Newswire)
China Sky One Medical, Inc. Responds to Concerns Regarding Filed Financial Reports Aug 27, 2009
Through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Harbin Tian Di Ren Medical Science and Technology Company ("TDR"), Harbin First Bio-Engineering Company Limited ("First"), Heilongjiang Tianlong Pharmaceutical, Inc. ("Tianlong") and Peng Lai Jin Chuang Pharmaceutical Company ("Jin Chuang") the Company manufactures and distributes over-the-counter pharmaceutical products, which make up its major revenue source. For more information, visit. (PR Newswire)
Transcept Pharmaceuticals to Present at Rodman & Renshaw and Baird Healthcare Investor Conferences on September 9 and September 10, 2009 Aug 27, 2009
October 30, 2009 is the PDUFA target date for the FDA to take action on its review of the Intermezzo(R) NDA. Transcept and Purdue Pharmaceutical Products, L.P. have entered into a collaboration agreement for the development and commercialization of Intermezzo(R) in the United States. For further information, please visit the company's website at. (PR Newswire)
Irish drug group to buy P&G unit for $3.1 bln Aug 25, 2009
Warner Chilcott will acquire P&G's portfolio of pharmaceutical products plus 2,300 employees working for the division. "The acquisition of the P&G pharmaceutical brands and employee talent is a transformational, strategic move for us," said Roger Boissonneault, president and chief executive officer of Warner Chilcott. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Green goo gets a boost Aug 24, 2009
These include things that consumers are hardly aware of but that can be higher-value products, like excipients used in pharmaceutical products: Seambiotic make food additives in addition to biofuels; Solazyme has made nutraceuticals, additives and soaps using algae. "The possibilities are endless," says Udupa. (CNN -- International)
Roadside clinics to cater to truck drivers Aug 22, 2009
In addition, the clinics will market their own line of nutritional and pharmaceutical products and healthy to-go meals to give truckers the best opportunity to have a healthier lifestyle like anyone else does, Perry said. The Dallas and Fort Worth clinics will be two of six locations that Roadside plans to build in Texas, Perry said. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Tewksbury business acquired by Horn Packaging Aug 14, 2009
New England is known for its high tech products and precise medical devices as well as electronic and industrial machinery, pharmaceutical products, vehicle parts and US defense equipment. Horn s ability to take care of such delicate and very expensive cargo has won it recognition around the world. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Update on Astellas' Request for Rigorous Testing and Safety-Related Labeling for Anti-Rejection Medications Aug 13, 2009
Astellas Pharma US, Inc., located in Deerfield, Illinois, is a U.S. affiliate of Tokyo-based Astellas Pharma Inc. Astellas is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the health of people around the world through the provision of innovative and reliable pharmaceutical products. The organization is committed to becoming a global category leader in focused areas by combining outstanding R&D and marketing capabilities. (PR Newswire)
Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories, Ltd. Markets Generic Imitrex(R) Tablets Aug 12, 2009
These risks and uncertainties are contained in the Corporation's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including Part I, Item 1A of our most recent Form 10-K, and include but are not limited to: information of a preliminary nature that may be subject to adjustment, potentially not obtaining or delay in obtaining FDA approval for new products, governmental restrictions on the sale of certain products, development by competitors of new or superior products or less expensive products... (PR Newswire)
McKinney global spam ringleader pleads guilty Aug 12, 2009
The complaint said Smith is liable for allegedly making false claims about pharmaceutical products and Atkinson is liable for alleged false statements about all of the messages claims, according to the FTC.. FTC officials also claim the companies processed more than 400,000 in Visa charges for these products, according to the New York Times. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
3SBio Inc. Announces Unaudited Second Quarter 2009 Results Aug 12, 2009
SHENYANG, China, Aug. 11 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- 3SBio Inc. (Nasdaq: ) ("3SBio" or "the Company"), a leading China-based biotechnology company focused on researching, developing, manufacturing and marketing biopharmaceutical products, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009 ... 3SBio Inc. is a leading, fully integrated biotechnology company focused on researching, developing, manufacturing and marketing biopharmaceutical products,... (PR Newswire)
Harriman campus to be home to $40M state food lab Aug 8, 2009
The lab has cooperative agreements with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the Microbiological Data Program to detect pathogens in fresh food and the Pesticide Data Program to test fruit, vegetables, and public drinking water for pesticide residues and drinking water for a variety of pharmaceutical products. Last year, about 140,000 analyses on more than 19,000 samples of food, beverage, animal feed, fertilizer and lime samples were performed at the New York State Food Lab as part of... (Albany Business Review, NY)
Duane Reade Holdings, Inc. Announces Closing of Offering of $300 Million of 11.75% Senior Secured Notes Due 2015 Aug 8, 2009
Those risks include, among other things, the national economic climate, economic conditions and employment levels in the New York greater metropolitan area, the strength of the economy in general, the competitive environment in the drug store industry in general and in the New York metropolitan area, the ability to open and operate new stores, the continued efforts by payers and government agencies to reduce prescription reimbursement rates and prescription drug benefits, changes in federal and... (PR Newswire)
Covidien receives FDA clearance for its Puritan Bennett 840 ventilator system Aug 7, 2009
Covidien manufactures, distributes and services a diverse range of industry-leading product lines in four segments: Medical Devices, Imaging Solutions, Pharmaceutical Products and Medical Supplies. With 2008 revenue of nearly $10 billion, Covidien has more than 41,000 employees worldwide in 59 countries, and its products are sold in over 140 countries. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
ProMetic Reports its Second Quarter 2009 Highlights and Financial Results Aug 6, 2009
Such risks and assumptions include, but are not limited to, ProMetic's ability to develop, manufacture, and successfully commercialize value-added pharmaceutical products, the availability of funds and resources to pursue R&D projects, the successful and timely completion of clinical studies, the ability of ProMetic to take advantage of business opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry, uncertainties related to the regulatory process and general changes in economic conditions. You will find... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
FDA extends review of Coviden drug Aug 5, 2009
Covidien plc, formerly known as , operates Covidien Imaging Solutions and Pharmaceutical Products, also known as Mallinckrodt Inc., which is located in St. Louis and provides medical imaging technology and pharmaceuticals. Covidien was spun off from in 2007. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Trade mission to Australia gets RM372m proposed investments Aug 5, 2009
International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Mustapa Mohamed said the proposed investments comprised pharmaceutical products, refurbishment of mobile phones, aerospace and maintenance, repair and overhaul activities, chemical products, waste water treatment, waste metal recycling, and machinery. The mission also managed to secure RM130mil sales under negotiations to Australia in areas like trade, manufacturing and services, he told Bernama here yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
FDA Approves LIVALO(R) for Primary Hypercholesterolemia and Combined Dyslipidemia Aug 4, 2009
A privately held company, KPA focuses its efforts on the acquisition, development, licensing and marketing of pharmaceutical products. Its lead product, LIPOFEN(R) (fenofibrate capsules), is indicated as adjunctive therapy to diet to reduce elevated triglycerides and to increase HDL-C in adult patients with primary hypercholesterolemia or mixed dyslipidemia. (PR Newswire)
Transcept rises on Purdue sleep aid license Aug 4, 2009
NEW YORK Shares of Transcept Pharmaceuticals Inc. rocketed Monday after the company said it licensed its insomnia treatment candidate Intermezzo to Purdue Pharmaceutical Products LP for up to $145 million, plus royalty payments. The agreement gives Purdue the exclusive right to sell the drug in the U.S. and negotiate for its approval in Canada and Mexico. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Savient Pharmaceuticals Receives Complete Response Letter from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for KRYSTEXXA(TM) Aug 3, 2009
Savient Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a specialty biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and marketing pharmaceutical products that target unmet medical needs in both niche and broader specialty markets. Savient has developed one product: KRYSTEXXA(TM) (pegloticase) which is a PEGylated uricase enzyme intended for the treatment of chronic gout in patients refractory to conventional therapy. (PR Newswire)
Purdue Pharmaceutical Products L.P. and Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Sign Exclusive Agreement to Commercialize Intermezzo(R) in the United States Aug 3, 2009
Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Purdue Pharmaceutical Products L.P. and Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ) today announced entry into an exclusive license and collaboration agreement to commercialize Intermezzo((R)) (zolpidem tartrate sublingual tablet) in the United States ... SOURCE Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Purdue Pharmaceutical Products L.P.. (PR Newswire)
Preferred Freezer Services Breaks Ground in Shanghai in First US-China Cold Storage Development Jul 30, 2009
China has the world's fastest-growing consumer market for perishable food and pharmaceutical products, but its per capita refrigerated warehouse space is less than one-tenth of most developed countries. The demand for cold chain facilities with improved quality is enormous in China and with the growth of foreign capital in recent years; this presents investors with massive opportunities. (PR Newswire)
Cell Therapeutics Initiates Process to Obtain Marketing Approval for Pixantrone in Europe Jul 29, 2009
The centralized review process provides for a single coordinated review for approval of pharmaceutical products that is conducted by the EMEA on behalf of all European Union ("EU") member states. The EMEA also designated pixantrone as a New Active Substance ("NAS"); if approved, compounds designated as an NAS receive a 10-year market exclusivity period in EU member states. (PR Newswire)
Grupo Casa Saba Announces Quarterly Earnings Report 2Q09 Jul 28, 2009
MEXICO CITY, July 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Grupo Casa Saba (NYSE: ) ("Saba", "GCS", "the Company" or "the Group"), one of the leading Mexican distributors of pharmaceutical products, health and beauty aids, personal care and consumer goods, general merchandise, publications and other products, announces its consolidated financial and operating results for the second quarter of 2009. Financial Highlights. (PR Newswire)
Labs at centre of outbreak Jul 28, 2009
Merial also produces a range of other pharmaceutical products for livestock, pets and wildlife. Last year, sales of its products topped 2. (BBC News -- Science)
Anesiva Receives NASDAQ Delisting Staff Determination Letter Jul 24, 2009
Anesiva seeks to be a leader in the development and commercialization of novel pharmaceutical products for pain management. The company's lead product candidate is Adlea, a novel small molecule formulation of capsaicin that is currently in development for the management of acute pain following orthopedic surgeries. (PR Newswire)
Publicis Groupe Services: Half-Year 2009 Results Jul 23, 2009
mobil Vodafone (Slovenia), Jenny Craig (United States), Ubank (Australia), Jamena Gas Networks (Australia), China Mobile (China), T38/40 weight-loss product (Portugal), MTV (United Kingdom), Panasonic (Indonesia), Turismo de Valencia (Spain), Haberturk newspaper (Turkey), BA airline company (Digital) (United Kingdom), Kang Yuan pharmaceutical products (China), Parques Reunidos amusement parks (Spain), sanofi-aventis (Ukraine), Madrid 2016 (Spain), ICO public institute for loans and financing... (PR Newswire)
3SBio Inc. to Report 2009 Second Quarter Earnings on August 11, 2009 Jul 23, 2009
SHENYANG, China, July 23 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- 3SBio Inc. (Nasdaq: ), a leading China-based biotechnology company focused on researching, developing, manufacturing and marketing biopharmaceutical products, today announced that it will release financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009 after the US market closes on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 ... 3SBio Inc. is a leading, fully integrated biotechnology company focused on researching, developing, manufacturing and marketing... (PR Newswire)
Nigeria: Menace of Substandard Drugs [editorial] Jul 21, 2009
Abuja The Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN) recently alerted the nation to the increasing rate of fake pharmaceutical products in circulation, and attributed the trend to the failure of manufacturers to conform to standards. The Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of the Council, Pharmacist Ahmed Mora, who spoke at a workshop for South-west pharmacists in Lagos recently said reports collated by PCN inspectors who conducted routine inspections of drug companies nationwide indicated that... (allAfrica.com)
UEM Land, BiotechCorp to form SPV next month Jul 21, 2009
Malaysia is also rich in biodiversity, especially our plant species in the centuries-old jungles, that can be developed into pharmaceutical products through Riatives and activities, said Zulkifli. LATEST STORIES. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
