Lupin launches generic schizophrenia drug in US

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Aug 23 2017 | 5:48 PM IST
Drug major Lupin today said it has launched quetiapine fumarate extended-release tablets, used in the treatment of schizophrenia in the US market.
The company has launched the product in various strengths in the US market after having received the approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) earlier, Lupin Ltd said in a statement.
The Mumbai-based drug maker's product is the generic version of AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP's Seroquel XR tablets.
It is indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia and as an adjunctive therapy to antidepressants for the treatment of major depressive disorder.
According to IMS MAT June data, Seroquel XR tablets had sales of USD 1.1 billion in the US market.
Lupin shares today ended 1.12 per cent up at Rs 954.80 on the BSE.

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First Published: Aug 23 2017 | 5:48 PM IST

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