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EMA investigation could affect up to 225 UK generic products

Generic medicines authorised on the basis of studies conducted by Indian company Synapse Labs under investigation after "serious doubts" about reliability of clinical data.

07 Nov 2023

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RPS calls for ban on retailers offering paracetamol multi-buy deals

'Self-regulation' not enough to stop retailers' potentially harmful practices, warns RPS

07 Nov 2023

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Pharmacy in Glasgow sold for first time in over 35 years

Christie & Co said Macbon Chemist generated interest even though the market had been “flooded with opportunities” by LloydsPharmacy branches.

07 Nov 2023

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Record number of medicines face supply problems, warns BGMA

Over 100 medicines face supply issues, says the BGMA which criticised the Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing and Access.

07 Nov 2023

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Rowlands sees financial losses increase sixfold to £219m

Rowlands posts losses of almost £220m as it targets cost savings

06 Nov 2023

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We can't create RP or superintendent standards until supervision is sorted

General Pharmaceutical Council executive Duncan Rudkin said it will shortly consult on standards for the statutory role of hospital chief pharmacists.

06 Nov 2023

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King’s speech put pharmacy inquiry back ‘couple of weeks,' says chair

Brine said the inquiry will “scrutinise" the Department of Health and Social Care and put questions to NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard.

06 Nov 2023

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Asking price of £850,000 for two Derbyshire pharmacies in administration

Pharmacies dispense and average of 16k items per month between them, says broker

06 Nov 2023

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Announcement on primary care recovery plan funding expected soon

Community Pharmacy England's Morrison says negotiations on the £645m investment have concluded.

05 Nov 2023

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Mobile connectivity in community pharmacies

Pharmacy owners should look to improve mobile phone connectivity to push their businesses to the next level.

03 Nov 2023

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Research reveals patients know little about their adrenaline pens

Less than half of respondents to a survey by Ipsos said they would feel “very confident” using one in an emergency.

02 Nov 2023

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Ex-Phoenix director takes the reins at Bestway wholesale division

Jeremy Meader to head up Bestway Healthcare's wholesale arm

02 Nov 2023

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Plan drawn up to get ‘true’ value from medicines and pharmacy

Leading figures in pharmacy produced recommendations to support the sector to play a major role in community-based healthcare.

02 Nov 2023

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Hampshire couple buy their second ex-Lloyds branch

Husband and wife pharmacist pair snap up Fareham pharmacy

02 Nov 2023

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Survey highlights menopause confusion

“Pressing need” for improved menopause education and better symptom management, says pharma giant.

02 Nov 2023

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CPE asks independents and non-CCA members for views on future

Community Pharmacy England said independents and non-CCA members can “directly input" into its committee’s talks via the survey.

01 Nov 2023

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