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McKesson Pharmacy Systems Collaborates With Pharmitas on Technology Solution for Complying With OTC RegulationsAugust 14, 2007 |
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BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--McKesson Pharmacy Systems, a division of the McKesson Corporation, the world’s leading healthcare services company, and Pharmitas, Inc., a technology solutions compliance provider, today announced that they have formed a strategic relationship to offer an integrated software solution module that will enable MPS pharmacy customers the ability to quickly, easily and efficiently manage the sale of regulated over-the-counter medications. The module, the Pharmitas Pharmacy Solution, provides end-to-end compliance with all local, state and federal regulations for the sale of over-the-counter drugs including pseudoephedrine products (as mandated by the Federal Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005). The module replaces onerous and time consuming paper-based logbooks with its electronic data capture and management system that instantly reads consumers’ identification and product purchases. “There are a growing number of regulated consumer products that do not flow efficiently through the pharmacy workflow and carry unique risks and costs for retailers,” said Tom Michalski, Director of Product Development at MPS. “Our pharmacy customers have requested systems that allow them to spend more time consulting with their patients and less time filling out onerous paperwork. The addition of the Pharmitas Solution reinforces McKesson’s commitment of providing our customers with the most comprehensive pharmacy systems and front-end business solutions to enhance their efficiency and profitability.” “Working with McKesson was a strategic step in Pharmitas’ development and preparation for rapid growth,” said Chris Parsons, president and chief executive officer at Pharmitas, Inc. “By partnering with the world’s largest healthcare services company, we can extend our reach to provide powerful, innovative solutions and world-class support to pharmacies nationwide.” About McKesson Corporation McKesson Corporation, currently ranked 18th on the FORTUNE 500, is a healthcare services and information technology company dedicated to helping its customers deliver high-quality healthcare by reducing costs, streamlining processes, and improving the quality and safety of patient care. McKesson is the longest-operating company in healthcare today, and will mark 175 years of continuous operations in 2008. Over the course of its history, McKesson has grown by providing pharmaceutical and medical-surgical supply management across the spectrum of care; healthcare information technology for hospitals, physicians, homecare and payors; hospital and retail pharmacy automation; and services for manufacturers and payors designed to improve outcomes for patients. For more information, visit www.mckesson.com. About McKesson Pharmacy Systems With a wide array of unique pharmacy solutions that provide superior performance, functionality, and world-class support, our complete portfolio of flexible software solutions can aid nearly all pharmacy operations. Our cutting-edge technology solves the needs of community, chain, hospital, clinic, and long-term care pharmacies in all 50 states. To find out more information about McKesson Pharmacy Systems complete portfolio of products and services please contact us at www.pharmacysystems.mckesson.com. About Pharmitas, Inc. Based in Bellevue, Wash., Pharmitas, Inc. is a technology company that provides comprehensive solutions for retail, healthcare and government organizations. For more information about Pharmitas, Inc., visit the company’s Web site located at www.pharmitas.com.
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