Some OTC Sleep, Cold Meds Could Harm Aging Brain

Drugs containing benadryl linked to slowed thinking, delirium in elderly, report finds,, THURSDAY, June 4 (HealthDay News) --Older people taking common over-the-counter drugs for pain, cold symptoms or help with sleep may increase their risk for cognitive impairment, including delirium...

Immtech to be Listed on OTC Market

NEW YORK, May 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Immtech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTC: IMMP) announced today that the Company expects to begin trading its common stock on the Pink OTC Markets quotation system on or about Friday, May 22, 2009 under the ticker symbol "IMMP". As announced previously, on...

Video: Novartis Receives Approval From FDA to Market Prevacid(R) 24HR as First and Only OTC Proton Pump Inhibitor in Original Prescription Formulation

- This approval will provide greater convenience and broader access to an effective treatment option to the 50 million Americans(1) suffering from frequent heartburn - Once-daily, prescription-strength Prevacid(R) 24HR is the first OTC proton pump inhibitor approved for the treatment of freq...

Alseres Shares Begin Trading on the Pink Sheets OTC Market

HOPKINTON, Mass., May 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Alseres Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALSE ; Alseres) announced today that effective on Friday, May 8, 2009 trading in its shares on the NASDAQ Capital Market will be suspended. Effective at the same time, Alseres common stock will be available...

Advanced Life Sciences Announces Delisting From Nasdaq and Pending Quotation of its Common Stock on the OTC Bulletin Board

- Company Appeals Delisting Decision to Nasdaq Listing and Hearing Review Council - CHICAGO, May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Advanced Life Sciences Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: ADLS ) announced today that the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Panel (the "Panel") has determined to suspend trading in ...

J&J, Schering-Plough, Novartis, Bayer vie for Top Honors at the Premier OTC / Healthcare Ad Awards

FLORHAM PARK, N.J., April 23 /PRNewswire/ -- OTC Perspectives - a new division within the leading pharmaceutical conference and consulting company DTC Perspectives Inc. - has announced the finalists for the 2009 OTC National Advertising Awards. Among the leading healthcare brands named as finalist...

Private-label OTC Drugs Post Solid Gains in 2008, According to Kline

LITTLE FALLS, N.J., April 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Manufacturers' sales of OTC drugs grew by 2.4% from $17.8 million in 2007 to $18.3 million in 2008, according to the latest research in Nonprescription Drugs USA 2008: Market Analysis and Opportunities from worldwide consulting and research firm Kline ...

Labels on OTC Painkillers Need Improvement

Study found safety warnings for kids were missed, could be more prominent MONDAY, March 30 (HealthDay News) -- When Laura Bix brought home a bottle of over-the-counter pain relievers recently, she was surprised to find that the bottle did not have a child-resistant cap on it. Bix, t...

New OTC Allergy Treatment Available to Food Allergy Sufferers

Allertherapy(TM) Makes Allergy Desensitization an Accessible and Cost-Effective Option FORT COLLINS, Colo., March 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Food allergy sufferers now have a treatment option that builds immunity to food allergens from the comfort of home. Allertherapy(TM) is a natural treatment that...

New Partnership for a Drug-Free America 20th Annual Study Shows Progress in Teens Recognizing Dangers of OTC Cough Medicine Abuse

Makers of OTC cough medicines committed to continuing multi-pronged effort to raise awareness WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- New survey data released today by the Partnership for a Drug-Free America offers some promising news regarding teens and the abuse of over-the-counter (...

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OTC in Medical Technology

Survey Finds At-Risk Consumers Interested in OTC Statin

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- According to data released by the National Consumers League today, Americans with unhealthy cholesterol levels would be more likely to consider taking an over-the-counter (OTC) statin option than a prescription (Rx) product, but the likelihood to ...

Cryo-Cell Announces C'elle(SM) Research and Development Collaboration with Cryopraxis Cryobiology Ltd.

...tes in a state-of-the-art Good Manufacturing Practice and Good Tissue Practice (cGMP/cGTP)-compliant facility. Cryo-Cell is a publicly traded company. otc Bulletin Board Symbol: CCEL. For more information, please call 1-800-STOR-CELL (1-800-786-7235) or visit www.cryo-cell.com . Forward-Lo...

New Study Evaluating the ADHD Medication VYVANSE(R) (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) CII Demonstrated No Change in the Pharmacokinetic Profile of VYVANSE When Coadministered with Prilosec OTC(R) 40 mg (20 mg X 2), a Commonly Used Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)

.... In the same study, coadministration of Prilosec otc with ADDERALL XR resulted in a nearly 45 percent r...ANSE and ADDERALL XR taken alone and with Prilosec otc 40 mg, was recently presented at the International...problem affecting millions of Americans. Prilosec otc and other proton pump inhibitors reduce the acidit...

Tris Pharma Announces Acceptance of Its First Two NDAs

...t have to swallow a pill. Tris' Nobuse platform provides abuse-deterrence for opioids and other abuse-prone drugs. The company has more than 30 Rx and otc products in development with pharmaceutical partners. Tris' R&D and manufacturing facilities are located in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey. For mor...

One Step Closer: Novel Opioid Receptor Compound in Phase I Clinical Trials

...ips with industry to bring Rensselaer's discoveries to the marketplace. The otc also contributes to the local economy by spinning off new companies that ar...Soon after, the Institute began to receive payments for the licensing. otc success With the establishment of the OTC, Rensselaer has staked its c...

Strativa Pharmaceuticals Provides Product Pipeline Update

...s based on PharmFilm(R) technology. With a vertically integrated development and production infrastructure, MonoSol Rx has the capacity to manufacture otc drug products for near-term revenues that fund prescription product development programs that will generate long-term value. The Company's comme...

Perrigo and Partner Cobrek Confirms Filing for Generic Version of Evoclin(R) and Announcement of Lawsuit by Stiefel

...ding global healthcare supplier that develops, manufactures and distributes otc and generic prescription pharmaceuticals, nutritional products, active phar... and consumer products. The Company is the world's largest manufacturer of otc pharmaceutical products for the store brand market. The Company's primary m...

Fast-Acting, Long-Lasting Topical Relief From Arthritis Pain

...I've tried them all...the Tiger Balms, the BenGays, the IcyHots...nothing lasts as long as this product." Arthri-Zen Relief Cream(R) contains the otc pain-relieving ingredient menthol, as well as RZN Nutraceuticals' all-natural, scientifically developed herbal formula featuring extracts of juniper, ...

The Quigley Corporation Licenses Naturally Derived Compound For Scar Improvement; License Requires Payments Totaling $1.1 Million To The Quigley Corporation Over A Five Year Period For Exclusive Ownership

... research has demonstrated that this compound showed an improvement in the visual appearance of scars in a comparative study versus a category leading otc national brand name scar cream. Dr Richard Rosenbloom MD, PhD, Exec VP, and COO of Quigley Pharma stated: "It is gratifying to see one of our p...

Pulmo BioTech Inc. Announces Dual Listing on Frankfurt Borse

...stCall/ -- Pulmo BioTech Inc. has completed a dual listing. The Company's shares are now listed on the Frankfurt Borse (symbol PBO) in addition to the otc BB (OTC Bulletin Board: PLMO). "The dual listing will play an important role in the future development and financing of the Company, bringing a s...

OTC in Medical Dictionary

Pain medications

...to another kind. ... (OTC) medications are good for many types of pain . otc medicines ... The intended effect of pain medications is obvious, t...efits and risks. ... (OTC) medications are good for many types of pain . otc ... prescription pain medications and active approaches to stem abu...

Herpes

...rpes by visual inspection if the ... Learn about cold sore(s) ( herpes simplex infection) causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment (with otc medication and prescription medications) Find articles about Teens & Preteens and hundreds of other health-related topics at LIVESTRONG.COM,...

Eye care

...is the best way ... ... and when to see an ophthalmologist about an eye infection or condition. ... What inactive ingredients are contained in otc eye - care products? ... Provides retina surgery, laser vision correction, plastic surgery, aesthetician, and optical services. Find a...

Expectorant

... expectorants that loosen mucus from the ... Expectorants ... Information about expectorant in the free online English ... Eisai Launches New otc Antituissive Expectorant ASTHPHYLLIN S Tablets by JCNN News Summaries ... Comprehensive and trusted information about Hycotuss Expectorant Syr...

DPT

...ic nomenclature " DPT " is not a substitute or alternative for the... Manufacturers of prescription dermatological, prescription and otc oral liquid, skin care, and cosmetics products. Andrews University is the flagship educational institution of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, ...

Cystic acne

...cne information, including tips on how to get rid of cystic acne ... Question: What causes cystic acne ? What's the best way to treat it using otc treatments? ... Cystic acne is a common type of skin infection that is commonly found on teens . Cystic acne ... Cystic acne can b...

Cold sores

...l, fluid-filled blisters that occur ... Learn about cold sore (s) (herpes simplex infection) causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment (with otc medication and prescription medications) Cold sore — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatment, prevention of th...

Cold sore

... sore flare-ups in individuals who ... Learn about cold sore (s) (herpes simplex infection) causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment (with otc medication and prescription medications) Provides a range of health and wellness services for the Webster community. ... Contact with the fluid ...

OTC in Biological News

ABC publishes monograph on scientific and clinical research of Sinupret

... to administer cold and flu remedies to young children under 2 years of age and is reviewing the safety of such products for older children. A leading otc drug industry trade association has recommended that parents not administer such products to children under 4 years. The ABC Sinupret monograph is ...

FDA Announces Series of Changes to the Class of Marketed Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

...this class of drugs. In addition, FDA is asking the manufacturers of all otc NSAIDs to revise their labels to include more specific information about th...consumers in the safe use of the drugs. FDA is also asking manufacturers of otc NSAIDs to include a warning about potential skin reactions. The labeling of...

OTC in Biological Technology

Mach One Corporation Begins Trading on the OTC Bulletin Board Under the Symbol 'MNCN'

BELGIUM, Wis., July 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mach One Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: MNCN), an innovative, global wellness solutions company, today announced that, effective immediately, its stock is trading on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol "MNCN." The Company's stock had previously...

Advanced Life Sciences Common Stock Begins Trading on OTC Bulletin Board

- Company to Host 2009 First Quarter Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast - CHICAGO, May 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Advanced Life Sciences Holdings, Inc. announced today that its common stock is eligible for quotation and trading on the Over-the-Counter Bulletin Board (OTCBB) under ...

Pink OTC Markets Moves Natural Fuels Industries to Top Tier

MISSOULA, Mont., March 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NATURAL FUELS INDUSTRIES, INC. (Pink Sheets: VGPR) today announced that Pink OTC Markets has raised their rating for the Company to "Fully Compliant", its highest tier for Pink Sheet companies. Pink OTC Markets categorizes all securities t...

Niusule Biotech Corp. to Commence Trading on the OTC Bulletin Board Under the Symbol 'NIUS'

CARSON CITY, Nev., Dec. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Niusule Biotech Corp., a Nevada corporation formed on April 8, 2008, announced today that its shares of common stock will begin trading on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol "NIUS" on December 30th, 2008. For a NIUS quote, visit:...

ProtoKinetix Partners with OTC Financial Network to Increase Shareholder Base

VANCOUVER, Canada, Oct. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ProtoKinetix (OTC Bulletin Board: PKTX), a biotech company focused on the research, development and commercialization of patented anti-aging glycopeptides (AAGPs(TM)), announced today that it has partnered with OTC Financial Network (OTCFN),...

Genta Announces Transfer of its Common Stock to the OTC Bulletin Board

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J., May 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Genta Incorporated (OTC Bulletin Board: GNTA) announced today that it has been advised that the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA, formerly, the NASD) has cleared a market maker's Form 211 application to quote the Company's s...

Use of Rx to OTC Switch as Product Management Tactic Enjoys Comeback

NEW YORK, April 10 /PRNewswire/ -- There are 14 prescription drugs that exceeded $20 billion in sales in 2006, that may have the potential to reach the over-the-counter market in four years. Prescription to OTC switches were frequent in 2006 and 2007 and a new report by Kalorama Information, T...

NexGen Biofuels Ltd. Announces Trading on OTC Bulletin Board

WESLEY CHAPEL, Florida, March 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NexGen Biofuels Ltd. (OTC:NXGNF) announced today that effective as of March 17, 2008, its ordinary shares have been approved for quotation on the OTC-Bulletin Board under the symbol NXGNF. NexGen is a development stage company that i...

VaxGen Common Stock Now Quoted on OTC Bulletin Board

Quotation satisfies closing condition to the proposed merger with Raven biotechnologies, inc. SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- VaxGen, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: VXGN), a biopharmaceutical company, announced that its stock is now quoted on ...

Schering-Plough Announces Filing of U.S. Application for OTC ZEGERID(R)

KENILWORTH, N.J., March 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Schering-Plough Corporation (NYSE: SGP ) today announced a submission to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of a New Drug Application (NDA) for ZEGERID(R) (omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate) in the dosage strength of 20 mg of omeprazol...