Dr. Reddy's announces the launch of Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection in the U.S. Market
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Friday, September 25, 2020
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd. (BSE: 500124, NSE: DRREDDY, NYSE: RDY, along with its subsidiaries together referred to as Dr. Reddys) today announced the launch of Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, a therapeutic equivalent generic version of Precedex (dexmedetomidine hydrochloride) in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA).
Key Points:
- Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd. (BSE: 500124, NSE: DRREDDY, NYSE: RDY, along with its subsidiaries together referred to as Dr. Reddys) today announced the launch of Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, a therapeutic equivalent generic version of Precedex (dexmedetomidine hydrochloride) in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA).
- Our ability to adequately supply Dexmedetomidine is important for patients as it is on the FDAs Drug Shortage list.
- The Precedex in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection brand and generic market had U.S. sales of approximately $210 million MAT for the most recent twelve months ending in June 2020 according to IQVIA Health*.
- Dr. Reddys Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection is available in 200 mcg/50 mL (4 mcg/mL) and 400 mcg/100 mL (4 mcg/mL) in 50 mL and 100 mL clear glass vials, respectively.