Alkem Laboratories has launched Favipiravir under the brand name ‘Alfluenza’ in India for the management of mild to moderate cases of COVID-19. Favipiravir is approved by Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) for restricted emergency use in India. Restricted use entails responsible medication use where every patient must have signed informed consent before treatment initiation.
Alkem Laboratories is a leading Indian pharmaceutical company with global operations, engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products. The company produces branded generics, generic drugs, active pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and nutraceuticals, which it markets in India and International markets.
