ElixSure
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
Alterna extends its children's ElixSure line with spill-resistant formulations of ElixSure Liquid Allergy (diphenhydramine 12.5 mg) in bubble gum flavor and ElixSure EX Liquid Expectorant (guaifenesin 50 mg) in strawberry. The products come in 4 oz. bottles for $5.99 each, and will be available in early fall. The extensions add to the line's current formulations, which include Congestion (pseudoephedrine HCl), Cough (dextromethorphan HBr) and Fever/Pain. Alterna announced its acquisition of the ElixSure line from Taro Consumer in March (1"The Tan Sheet," March 7, 2005, p. 11)...
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