Lupin launches Tadalafil Tablets USP

Lupin launches Tadalafil Tablets USP

Pharma major Lupin Limited (Lupin) announced the launch of Tadalafil Tablets USP, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg, having received an approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) earlier.

Lupin’s Tadalafil Tablets USP, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg, is the generic equivalent of Eli Lilly and Company’s Cialis Tablets, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg. It is indicated for the treatment of:

• erectile dysfunction (ED)
• the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
• ED and the signs and symptoms of BPH (ED/BPH)

Tadalafil Tablets USP, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg (RLD: Cialis) had annual sales of approximately USD 1780 million in the US (IQVIA MAT December 2018).

Commenting on the appointment, Vinita Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Lupin said, “We are delighted to welcome Ms. Mundkur to our Board. Her extensive experience in the global pharma industry, significant knowledge in areas like inhalation, biosimilars and proprietary women’s health, and strong experience in operations and quality will be a great asset for Lupin.”