Prescription drug

Currax Pharmaceuticals Moves Global Headquarters to Brentwood, Tennessee

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Health sciences, Pharmaceuticals policy, Health, Pharmaceutical industry in China, Prescription drug

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Currax Pharmaceuticals, LLC ("Currax"), a specialty biopharmaceutical company dedicated to expanding access to clinically differentiated, underappreciated medicines both branded and generic announces today the relocation of its corporate headquarters from Morristown, New Jersey, to Brentwood, Tennessee.

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  • BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Currax Pharmaceuticals, LLC ("Currax"), a specialty biopharmaceutical company dedicated to expanding access to clinically differentiated, underappreciated medicines both branded and generic announces today the relocation of its corporate headquarters from Morristown, New Jersey, to Brentwood, Tennessee.
  • "Currax is excited to join the growing healthcare and pharmaceutical community in Tennessee and looks forward to taking a leading role in the continued development of the sector within the region.
  • Currax's new headquarters will have approximately 35 employees and will serve as the central office for leadership and home office teams.
  • Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC is a specialty pharmaceutical business focused on acquiring and commercializing prescription Medicines worldwide.

'What the Health?': The Drug Price Dilemma

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Friday, July 30, 2021
Health sciences, Health, Pharmaceutical industry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals policy, Clinical pharmacology, Drug pricing, Medication costs, Medical prescription, Medication, Prescription drug, Prescription drug prices in the United States

That is because the dilemma faced by many Americans is the struggle of paying the price for filling their prescriptions.

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  • That is because the dilemma faced by many Americans is the struggle of paying the price for filling their prescriptions.
  • Among other G7 nations the UK, France, and Italy have the lowest prescription drug prices.
  • Canada's drug prices are higher, but still considerably less than the cost for the same medications in the USA.
  • That improved access has yet to be seen, and so the dilemma of figuring out ways to afford prescription medication continues for many Americans.

Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety (RMPDS) Launches Public Online Dashboard Showing Non-Medical Prescription and Illicit Drug Use Data in the United States

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Health, Pharmaceuticals policy, Pharmacovigilance, Prescription drug, Opioid epidemic in the United States

Real time surveillance data is used to design treatment programs, preventative measures, and implement policy changes, such as prescription drug monitoring programs.

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  • Real time surveillance data is used to design treatment programs, preventative measures, and implement policy changes, such as prescription drug monitoring programs.
  • Federal data sources such as the National Survey for Drug Use and Health do not offer publicly available state-based data and can take up to two years to release new drug use data.
  • Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety (RMPDS) is stepping up to help solve this problem with the NMURx Public Access Dashboard to get current data to the people who need it.
  • "Having accurate, timely data on drug use is a big factor in addressing the drug epidemic in the US.

Genix Pharmaceuticals Corp. Receives Approval for Drug Establishment License

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Health sciences, Pharmacology, Health care, Pharmaceutical industry, Dosage forms, Pharmacy, Capsule, Medication, Prescription drug, Cream, Pharmaceutics

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - July 15, 2021) - Genix Pharmaceuticals Corporation (TSXV: GENX) (OTCQB: GENPF) ("GENIX" or the "Company") Genix is pleased to announce that, pursuant to a Health Canada Drug Establishment License (DEL) inspection, carried out at its warehouse premises on June 22, 2021, the Company has now received a Notice of Compliant Rated Inspection with a compliant (C) rating.

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  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - July 15, 2021) - Genix Pharmaceuticals Corporation (TSXV: GENX) (OTCQB: GENPF) ("GENIX" or the "Company") Genix is pleased to announce that, pursuant to a Health Canada Drug Establishment License (DEL) inspection, carried out at its warehouse premises on June 22, 2021, the Company has now received a Notice of Compliant Rated Inspection with a compliant (C) rating.
  • Health Canada will now formally issue the Company its Drug Establishment License (DEL) for both sterile and non-sterile finished dosage prescription drugs for all the various finished dosage forms - capsules, tablets, creams, powders and solutions.
  • President Mahmoud S. Aziz states, "It has been comprehensive and detailed process to receive the DEL approval.
  • I would like to thank our Regulatory Team and everyone involved for all of their hard work and dedication in achieving this.

RxS, LLC Expands U.S. Footprint in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Health sciences, Pharmacy, Health care, Health, Pharmaceuticals policy, Clinical pharmacology, Drugs, Prescription drug, Pharmaceutical industry, PDMA

"This is an exciting time for RxS," commented Mark Jara, RxS Principal and Managing Director.

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  • "This is an exciting time for RxS," commented Mark Jara, RxS Principal and Managing Director.
  • "Expanding our U.S. footprint in Fort Lauderdale was a strategic decision to help our company support the growing demand for our services, including virtual brand awareness platforms.
  • RxS LLC is the leading provider of multi-channel sample management, ensuring regulatory compliance while lessening the administrative burden of the Prescription Drug Marketing Act (PDMA).
  • RxS focuses on technology-driven, proprietary services and innovative software solutions that empower success for pharmaceutical and biotech companies around the globe.

Fighting the Rising Costs of Prescription Drugs with One Powerful Coupon: RxGo and WithHealth Announce Partnership, Granting Access to Thousands of Prescription Drug Discounts for Telehealth Patients

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Health sciences, Health, Pharmacy, Clinical pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals policy, Pharmaceutical industry, Drugs, Prescription drug, Medication costs, Medical prescription, Prescription drug prices in the United States

"We're extremely happy to work with WithHealth, enabling us to reach a growing range of clients who need our help," said Jeremy Duboys, Founder of RxGo.com.

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  • "We're extremely happy to work with WithHealth, enabling us to reach a growing range of clients who need our help," said Jeremy Duboys, Founder of RxGo.com.
  • "Our mission has always been to save patients as much as possible on the continually rising costs of prescription medications.
  • "WithHealth is pleased to be working with RxGo to reduce prescription costs for employers and their employees.
  • Learn more at: www.withhealth.com
    Founded in 2012, RxGo.com offers discounts on prescription drugs to those who need it most.

Convert Group Study: COVID-19 Drew More Than 2.7 Billion Visits to Global ePharmacies in 96 Countries in Q1'21

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Friday, July 2, 2021
Software, Mobile, Wireless, Networks, General Health, Online Retail, Internet, Pharmaceutical, Consumer electronics, Technology, Retail, Biotechnology, Health, Software, Mobile, Wireless, Networks, General Health, Online Retail, Internet, Pharmaceutical, Consumer electronics, Technology, Retail, Biotechnology, Health, Health sciences, Health, Pharmaceuticals policy, Symbols, Pharmacy, Clinical pharmacology, Online pharmacies, SimilarWeb, Prescription drug, E-commerce, Medical prescription

Out of the 96 countries having at least 1 online pharmacy, consumers can order their prescription drugs online in 47 countries.

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  • Out of the 96 countries having at least 1 online pharmacy, consumers can order their prescription drugs online in 47 countries.
  • Traffic data was drawn with permission from Similarweb , the global leading provider of digital market intelligence, for 3.478 Online Pharmacies in 96 Countries across all continents.
  • Panayotis Gezerlis, CEO of Convert Group, commented: "During the first lockdown we saw the majority of patients & consumers across countries adopting online purchase habits from ePharmacies with tremendous speed.
  • epharmacydata.com will be updated monthly to offer the global Consumer Healthcare community insights and data on one of the fastest rising sectors of global eCommerce.

County of Santa Barbara, CA, Has Approved Inmar Intelligence As A Drug Stewardship Plan Operator

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Health sciences, Health care, Health, Clinical pharmacology, Medical waste, Pharmaceuticals policy, Drug disposal, Waste management, Pharmacy, Prescription drug, Food and Drug Administration, Medical prescription

In an effort to combat prescription drug abuse in Santa Barbara County, CA, The Safe Drug Disposal Program will provide drug take-back receptacles throughout Santa Barbara and make mail-back envelopes available in hundreds of locations.

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  • In an effort to combat prescription drug abuse in Santa Barbara County, CA, The Safe Drug Disposal Program will provide drug take-back receptacles throughout Santa Barbara and make mail-back envelopes available in hundreds of locations.
  • Inmar Intelligence offers a safe, secure solution for anyone to safely dispose of unwanted medications.
  • Inmar Intelligence is currently operating take-back programs with various retail partners and is also an approved Stewardship Plan Operator in several jurisdictions, including programs in Massachusetts, Oregon and several counties in California.
  • Inmar Intelligence has over 4,000 drug take-back receptacles contracted nationwide and has over 90 licenses with state and local agencies, including DEA, FDA and DOT.

Health Net Assisting Members Across California During State of Emergency

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Women, Seniors, MEN, Practice Management, Other Health, Family, Managed care, General Health, Consumer, Health, Health, Health Net, Prescription drug

Gavin Newsoms declared states of emergency across California, Health Net, LLC is providing special assistance to ensure Health Net members affected by the extreme heat conditions have access to essential prescription medications, critical Health Net information, and other healthcare services should their services be interrupted.

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  • Gavin Newsoms declared states of emergency across California, Health Net, LLC is providing special assistance to ensure Health Net members affected by the extreme heat conditions have access to essential prescription medications, critical Health Net information, and other healthcare services should their services be interrupted.
  • Doctors and nurse practitioners can call Health Net at 1-800-641-7761 for help with:
    Depending on how long the members need additional assistance, Health Net may take additional steps to ensure its members have access to necessary healthcare services as necessary.
  • At Health Net, we believe every person deserves a safety net for their health, regardless of age, income, employment status or current state of health.
  • We offer these health plans and services through Health Net, LLC and its subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance Company and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc.

Texas PBM Steerage Bill Becomes Law

Retrieved on: 
Saturday, June 19, 2021
Health sciences, Health care, Health, Pharmacy, Symbols, Clinical pharmacology, Pharmacy benefit management, Pharmaceuticals policy, Pharmacist, Prescription drug, Medical prescription, Independent pharmacy

AUSTIN, Texas, June 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In a significant victory for Texas pharmacists and their patients, Texas has enacted House Bill 1919, important legislation that protects community pharmacies and ensures patient choice by prohibiting pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from steering patients to pharmacies they own.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In a significant victory for Texas pharmacists and their patients, Texas has enacted House Bill 1919, important legislation that protects community pharmacies and ensures patient choice by prohibiting pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from steering patients to pharmacies they own.
  • The Texas Pharmacy Association (TPA) identified PBM reform as a top priority for the 87th Legislative Session and worked closely with legislators to enact meaningful legislation.
  • TPA is grateful to Texas legislators for recognizing that PBM practices shortchange pharmacists and create barriers, limiting access for patients to receive needed medications from their local pharmacy.
  • In May, Governor Abbott signed into law House Bill 1763, which improves patient access to needed prescription drugs while ensuring pharmacies are protected from PBM overreach.