Dr. Reddy' Labs launches Ziprasidone Mesylate injection in US market
Mumba/UNI: Pharma major Dr Reddy's Labs on Tuesday announced the launch of Ziprasidone Mesylate for Injection, 20 mg (base)/ml Single-dose Vials, the therapeutic generic equivalent of Geodon (ziprasidone mesylate) Injection, 20 mg/ml, approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA).
"We are pleased to bring the first generic of Ziprasidone Mesylate for injection to market for patients who will benefit from access to affordable medicine. With every new product launch, we believe we are making healthcare more affordable by delivering value to the pharmacy," explains Marc Kikuchi, Chief Executive Officer, North America Generics, Dr Reddy's Laboratories.
This is a great addition to our injectable offering in the US market as we continue to augment our portfolio and drive growth within the hospital segment."
The Geodon brand had US sales of approximately USD21.8 million MAT for the most recent twelve months ending in January 2020, according to IQVIA Health.
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