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Acne Treating Drug, Zanatane, Launched in US Market by Dr Reddy's Laboratories

by Raja Nandhini on Mar 30 2013 2:28 AM

Acne Treating Drug, Zanatane, Launched in US Market by Dr Reddy

Drug firm Dr Reddy's Laboratories has received the approval from USFDA for its drug Zanatane capsules and has launched the drug in the US market.

The capsules available in the strengths of 10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg and in boxes of 30 are used to treat severe form of acne namely, severe recalcitrant nodular acne.

Acne - Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment FAQs Videos Glossary Reference

Acne - Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment FAQs Videos Glossary Reference
Acne vulgaris, popularly known as ‘pimples’ or ‘zits’ is a skin condition affecting most teenagers.

The capsules are generic version of Accutane (Isotretinoin Capsules USP) of Hoffman- La Roche Inc.

This launch has hiked the value of the company’s shares.

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