 Teva UK has introduced atorvastatin tablets, the generic version of Pfizer's Lipitor, in four strengths on day one of patent expiry. The film-coated tablets come in 10mg, 20mg, 40mg and 80mg... |
 Dexcel Pharma has launched atorvastatin products on day one of patent expiry. The product is available in packs of 28 film-coated tablets in strengths of 10mg, 20mg and 40mg. The range is available... |
 Throat relief brand Vocalzone is to benefit from a £100,000 PR and marketing campaign that owner Kestrel Medical hopes will "significantly increase" sales in the brand's 100th anniversary year. In the... |
 Almus Pharmaceuticals has added eight lines to its generics range as part of an expansion designed to "better meet the needs of customers and patients". The new lines include: 30-tablet packs of... |
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Nurofen Express Period Pain Period pain is a common problem for women and is often treated by OTC medications. This condition is an important area for pharmacists because of their vital role in listening to consumers, ensuring the correct diagnosis of symptoms. |
 LadyBalance Bacterial vaginosis (BV) treatment and prevention product LadyBalance launches this month exclusively through Lloydspharmacy. Using a lactose-based formulation, the vaginal tablets act as a prebiotic to support the growth of beneficial bacteria that produce lactic acid. |
 EarCalm Pharmacy-exclusive EarCalm spray is the only OTC remedy for superficial infections of the external auditory canal such as otitis externa – also known as swimmer's ear – says manufacturer Forest Laboratories. EarCalm (acetic acid 2% w/w) is suitable for children over the age of 12 as well as adults. |
 Traveleeze 12.5mg Pastilles Ernest Jackson is hoping to build on last year’s double-digit sales growth for Traveleeze 12.5mg Pastilles, with a “highly targeted” campaign that will launch in the run-up to the summer holiday season. |
 Kool 'n' Soothe As the school holidays season approaches, manufacturer Kobayashi says its range of cooling gel strips are an “essential companion” for travellers. Kool ‘n' Soothe strips are non-medicinal, require no refrigeration and come in individual, easy-to-open pouches. |
 Ultrathon Launched last year to the retail market after being previously only available to military personnel, Ultrathon is now the third best-selling brand in the insect repellent market, according to SymphonyIRI Group figures. |
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CASE STUDY Noel Wicks, owner and director, Right Medicine Pharmacy, with 15 branches in Scotland "We began running a travel health... |
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FIVE TIPS TO BOOST YOUR TRAVEL HEALTH SALES "Keep your travel health section fresh, particularly if sales are sliding, by, say, moving it to a more... |
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FACTS & FIGURES £214,209,100 Sun preparations total market value. "Sales of sun preparations were down by more than 4 per cent last year – probably partly... |
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FIVE TIPS TO BOOST YOUR CONTRACEPTION AND SEXUAL HEALTH SALES "We regularly promote condoms at least four times a year, to offer competitive... |
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