Lupin announced the tentative approval from FDA for Empagliflozin tablets, for diabetes treatment in strengths of 10 mg and 25 mg. This product is a generic version of Jardiance tablets produced by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The drug is indicated to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, as an adjunct to diet and exercise. According to IQVIA MAT March 2020 data, the drug had annual US sales of approximately US$4,368.

In addition, Lupin has launched its 600 mg Zileuton extended-release tablets for asthma treatment. These are a generic version of Chiesi USA Inc's Zyflo CR extended-release tablets in the same strength. The tablets are indicated for the prophylaxis and chronic treatment of asthma in adults and children of 12 years or older. According to IQVIA MAT June 2020 data, Zileuton extended-release tablets had annual US sales of approximately US$40 million.

The successful approval and launch of these generic drug products follow Lupin’s success with its etanercept biosimilar which is now approved in Japan [1, 2] and Europe [3].

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References
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2. GaBI Online - Generics and Biosimilars Initiative. Biosimilars highlights: 2019 [www.gabionline.net]. Mol, Belgium: Pro Pharma Communications International; [cited 2020 Sep 4]. Available from: www.gabionline.net/Biosimilars/General/Biosimilars-highlights-2019  
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