by Jackie (née Heneghan) Peck | Oct 3, 2014 | Blog, Good Distribution Practice - GDP, Transportation, WDA(H)
Since the application of the Falsified Medicines Directive in January, 2013 there is a new requirement that anyone involved in the export or holding of medicinal products intended for export, for wholesale distribution, now require a Wholesale Distribution...
by Jackie (née Heneghan) Peck | Sep 13, 2014 | Blog
Industry structure Pharmacies and drug stores in the states are engaged in the retailing business of four core product categories: prescriptions, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, toiletries and cosmetics, with the most important two segments being prescriptions and...
by Jackie (née Heneghan) Peck | Sep 13, 2014 | Blog
Walgreen As of 2013, Walgreens Co. is the largest pharmacy chain with 8,582 locations in the United States, providing multichannel access (drugstore, mail, internet and telephone) to pharmacy and consumer goods, as well as health and wellness services. The company’s...
by Jackie (née Heneghan) Peck | Sep 13, 2014 | Behind the scenes, Blog, Pharmacy Suppliers
Although pipeline revitalization for generics is expected to continue in the near future due to the ongoing patent cliff, profitability of the pharmacy industry may still be adversely affected by the consolidation among generic manufacturers. (Refer to recent merger...
by Jackie (née Heneghan) Peck | Sep 13, 2014 | Blog, Community Pharmacy, NHS, Pharmacist
Startling statistics show that as many as 15% of patients have their hospital stays increased due to adverse drug reactions. Serious drug reactions are increasing and some could be avoided by checking with patients if they are allergic to any medication. At...
