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Glenmark gets USFDA nod for generic asthma drug

Date: 15-07-2010

Glenmark has received the approval of US health regulator USFDA to introduce generic theophylline tablets, used for treating asthma and other lung diseases. Glenmark Generics Inc (GGI) will start marketing and distributing the medicine, in 400mg and 600 mg strengths, with immediate effect.

 

The market for theophylline tablets is estimated to be USD 8 million per annum and GGI expects a successful launch, based on limited competition existing in this niche segment. Theophylline extended-release tablets are indicated for treatment of symptoms and reversible airflow obstruction associated with chronic asthma and other chronic lung diseases such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis. crackcrack