Orchid Chemicals gets US FDA’s nod for two generic drugs

13 Jun 2015 Evaluate

Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals has received US health regulator’s nod for generic Rivastigmine capsules and Felodipine extended release tablets aimed at treating mild to moderate dementia and hypertension, respectively.The company has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) for the Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Rivastigmine capsules in 1.5 mg, 3 mg, 4.5 mg, 6 mg strengths and Felodipine extended - release tablets in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg strengths.

Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals is a pharmaceutical company engaged in development and manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and finished dosage forms. It is also engaged in research of new drugs. The company was incorporated in the year 1992 as a 100% export-oriented unit (EOU).

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