Alembic Pharma gets USFDA nod for generic of Minipress capsules

Alembic Pharma gets USFDA nod for generic of Minipress capsules

According to data by IQVIA, the drug had sales of approximately $50 mln for the 12-month period ended December

FPJ Web DeskUpdated: Wednesday, March 08, 2023, 11:37 AM IST
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Alembic Pharma gets USFDA nod for generic of Minipress capsules | Image: Alembic Pharma (Representative)

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd has received final approval from the US Food and Drug Administration for prazosin hydrochloride capsules USP in 1 mg, 2 mg, and 5 mg strengths, the company said in an exchange filing.

The drug is a generic version of Pfizer Inc's Minipress capsules.

It is indicated for the treatment of hypertension to lower blood pressure.

According to data by IQVIA, the drug had sales of approximately $50 mln for the 12-month period ended December.

Shares of the company traded 0.8% lower at ₹521.05 on the NSE, at 09:15 IST.