Mylan N.V. announced the U.S. launch of Glipizide Extended-release Tablets, 5 mg and 10 mg, the generic version of Pfizer's GLUCOTROL XL®. Mylan received final approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for this product, which is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Glipizide Extended-release Tablets, 5 mg, and 10 mg, had U.S. sales of approximately $70.7 million for the 12 months ending September 30, 2015, according to IMS Health.
Currently, Mylan has 253 ANDAs pending FDA approval representing $100.8 billion in annual brand sales, according to IMS Health. Fifty of these pending ANDAs are potential first-to-file opportunities, representing $36.1 billion in annual brand sales, for the 12 months ending June 30, 2015, according to IMS Health.
