MEDICATION SAFETY

Senate defeats personal importation bill

The NACDS lauded the U.S. Senate’s vote last week to defeat an amendment that would have allowed “personal importation” of prescription medications from Canada. » More

COMMUNITY PHARMACY

PCPAN coalition opposes ESI/Medco merger

The opposition to the proposed Express Scripts and Medco Health Solutions merger got stronger last week with the formation of a national coalition. » More

Walgreens, Novo Nordisk promote free needle collection and disposal system program

Walgreens and Novo Nordisk have teamed up to offer the Sharps’ Complete Needle Collection & Disposal System for free during a special promotional program to customers who require injectable medications. » More

Bartell gives Seattle store a “next generation” makeover

Seattle, Wash.-based Bartell Drugs, a chain of 58 stores, recently unveiled its “next generation” store. » More

Survey

If two of the nation's largest PBMs, Express Scripts and Medco, merge, what would be the most significant implication for the industry?

a) Enhanced competition within the industry, resulting in even lower drug costs for PBM payer clients
b) Express Scripts' size advantage could reduce competition and increase long-term costs for payers
c) Increased pressures on retail pharmacies to compete in the market
d) Increased quality of PBM services across the industry as other PBMs strive to stay competitive
e) Minimal, if any

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FDA ACTIONS

Vivus resubmits NDA for Qnexa

Vivus has resubmitted its NDA for Qnexa (phentermine/topiramate) to FDA. » More

TECHNOLOGY

Diabetes Navigator showcases type 2 diabetes resources online

The AACE and Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America Inc. have partnered to launch the Diabetes Navigator. » More

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