Phew!~Jones Soda announces Meijer distribution agreement 08:50 JSDA Jones Soda announced the addition of 210 Meijer stores in six Midwest states. The agreement adds a new marquee regional retailer to Jones Soda's portfolio. All 210 Meijer stores involved in the agreement are carrying Jones Soda's top five flavors, including Berry Lemonade, Cream Soda, Green Apple, Orange and Root Beer. More than one-third are also stocking Blue Bubble Gum Soda, Watermelon Soda, and the Company's limited-edition series of Special Release flavors that change twice a year. Meijer also has the option to add Jones Soda 4-packs, as well as the 12-count Variety Packs introduced earlier this year. "We had a strong relationship with Meijer from 2004 to 2016 when we had fewer flavors, fewer pack choices, and a much lower marketing profile than we have today," said Mark Murray, president and CEO of Jones Soda. "By restoring our presence in Meijer stores, this new agreement gives us an important channel for continuing to build our brand, helping us meet our growth targets, and positioning the company for long-term success." Initial shipments reached Meijer shelves this month, bringing Jones Soda to Meijer customers in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin.
Spero Therapeutics submits NDA to FDA for tebipenem HBr tablets 08:41 SPRO Spero Therapeutics announced the submission of a new drug application, or NDA, to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, seeking approval for tebipenem HBr tablets for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis, caused by susceptible microorganisms. If approved, tebipenem HBr would be the only oral carbapenem antibiotic available for use in cUTI. "With the submission of this NDA, we have taken a major step towards potentially providing a substantial number of appropriate cUTI patients with an oral treatment option that could replace historical use of intravenous therapy," said Ankit Mahadevia, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Spero Therapeutics. "If approved, we believe tebipenem HBr could help patients significantly, and the avoidance of IV administration could lead to reduced healthcare resource utilization. We look forward to working with the FDA during the NDA review process as we prepare for tebipenem HBr's anticipated launch in the second half of 2022."
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