New Drug to Treat Sexual Dysfunction
An experimental spray improved sexual experiences for some men who experience premature ejaculation, according to two studies to be released Tuesday. online.wsj.com |
Key Drugs Boost AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca posted a 23% rise in profit, helped by a strong performance in emerging markets and sales of key drugs like cholesterol product Crestor. online.wsj.com |
Lilly Halts Development of Alzheimer's Drug
Lilly halted the development of Alzheimer's disease treatment semagacestat as two late-stage studies showed the drug didn't slow the disease's progression and may have worsened patients' conditions. online.wsj.com |
Pfizer to Buy King Pharmaceuticals
Pfizer agreed to buy pain-drug maker King Pharmaceuticals for $3.6 billion in cash. online.wsj.com |
Cardinal Health Buys Chinese Firm
Cardinal Health is buying privately held Zuellig Pharma China, that country's largest pharmaceutical importer, for $470 million including assumption of debt. online.wsj.com |