The first generic version of type 2 diabetes drug, Actos has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration to help improve blood glucose control in diabetes patients. The agency revealed that it has given 180-day exclusivity to Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals and American drugmaker Mylan Inc to manufacture the drug in 15 milligram, 30 mg and 45 mg strengths. Actos tablets have annual sales of $2.7 billion in the United States. Announcing the approval Gregory Geba, from the Office of Generic Drugs in FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research said, "Controlling blood sugar levels is very important in preventing or reducing the long-term health complications of diabetes. Generic versions of this widely used product will offer affordable treatment options for patients who must manage this chronic and potentially serious condition." Source: Medindia << Clot-Buster Drug Gets DCGI Clearance For Human Trial Surgery to Remove Six-Foot Metal Bar That Had Pierced Skull... >> Recommended Reading Diabetes Screening Diabetes screening is done using blood tests like fasting blood sugar and hemoglobin A1c levels. Diabetes affects 8.3% Americans and about 10% Indians. READ MORE Gestational diabetes The condition is not caused by a lack of insulin, but by the action of hormones produced during pregnancy that blocks the action of insulin. READ MORE Diabetic Diet The diabetic diet most often recommended is high in dietary fiber (especially soluble fiber) and nutrients, but low in fat (especially saturated fat) and moderate in calories. READ MORE Type 2 Diabetes Globalization and changing lifestyles has made diabetes very common in developing countries so much so that India is known as the Diabetes Capital of the World. READ MORE Diabetes A comprehensive article on diabetes - both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including : causes, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, facts and a glossary on diabetes. READ MORE Diabetes - Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose (SMBG) Self-Monitoring Of Blood Glucose (SMBG) is one of the greatest advancements in the management of Diabetes. READ MORE Diabetes and Exercise Regular exercise especially in type II diabetes not only helps reduce the sugar but also reduces the demand for medication by 20% and helps you stay healthy. READ MORE Diabetic Retinopathy The term ‘diabetic retinopathy’ refers to changes in the retina which often occur in people with diabetes. READ MORE Insulin Delivery Devices Insulin delivery devices have evolved drastically since their invention in 1922. They are all aimed to provide insulin to the patients with minimal discomfort. READ MORE Otitis Media Middle ear infection, or otitis media, is a common type of infection that may or may not accompany the infections of nose and throat. It is the infection of any part of the middle ear. READ MORE Stress and the Gender Divide Stress has become entwined in the current lifestyle of a young working couple and has resulted in the rise in incidence of hypertension, diabetes and psychosomatic illnesses. READ MORE Most Popular on Medindia Post-Nasal Drip Color Blindness Calculator Pregnancy Confirmation Calculator More News on: Diabetic RetinopathyDiabetesDiabetic DietOtitis MediaDiabetes - Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose (SMBG)Insulin Delivery DevicesDiabetes and ExerciseStress Relief Through Alternative MedicineStress and the Gender DivideSilent Killer Diseases
The first generic version of type 2 diabetes drug, Actos has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration to help improve blood glucose control in diabetes patients. The agency revealed that it has given 180-day exclusivity to Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals and American drugmaker Mylan Inc to manufacture the drug in 15 milligram, 30 mg and 45 mg strengths. Actos tablets have annual sales of $2.7 billion in the United States. Announcing the approval Gregory Geba, from the Office of Generic Drugs in FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research said, "Controlling blood sugar levels is very important in preventing or reducing the long-term health complications of diabetes. Generic versions of this widely used product will offer affordable treatment options for patients who must manage this chronic and potentially serious condition." Source: Medindia << Clot-Buster Drug Gets DCGI Clearance For Human Trial Surgery to Remove Six-Foot Metal Bar That Had Pierced Skull... >> Recommended Reading Diabetes Screening Diabetes screening is done using blood tests like fasting blood sugar and hemoglobin A1c levels. Diabetes affects 8.3% Americans and about 10% Indians. READ MORE Gestational diabetes The condition is not caused by a lack of insulin, but by the action of hormones produced during pregnancy that blocks the action of insulin. READ MORE Diabetic Diet The diabetic diet most often recommended is high in dietary fiber (especially soluble fiber) and nutrients, but low in fat (especially saturated fat) and moderate in calories. READ MORE Type 2 Diabetes Globalization and changing lifestyles has made diabetes very common in developing countries so much so that India is known as the Diabetes Capital of the World. READ MORE Diabetes A comprehensive article on diabetes - both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including : causes, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, facts and a glossary on diabetes. READ MORE Diabetes - Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose (SMBG) Self-Monitoring Of Blood Glucose (SMBG) is one of the greatest advancements in the management of Diabetes. READ MORE Diabetes and Exercise Regular exercise especially in type II diabetes not only helps reduce the sugar but also reduces the demand for medication by 20% and helps you stay healthy. READ MORE Diabetic Retinopathy The term ‘diabetic retinopathy’ refers to changes in the retina which often occur in people with diabetes. READ MORE Insulin Delivery Devices Insulin delivery devices have evolved drastically since their invention in 1922. They are all aimed to provide insulin to the patients with minimal discomfort. READ MORE Otitis Media Middle ear infection, or otitis media, is a common type of infection that may or may not accompany the infections of nose and throat. It is the infection of any part of the middle ear. READ MORE Stress and the Gender Divide Stress has become entwined in the current lifestyle of a young working couple and has resulted in the rise in incidence of hypertension, diabetes and psychosomatic illnesses. READ MORE Most Popular on Medindia Post-Nasal Drip Color Blindness Calculator Pregnancy Confirmation Calculator More News on: Diabetic RetinopathyDiabetesDiabetic DietOtitis MediaDiabetes - Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose (SMBG)Insulin Delivery DevicesDiabetes and ExerciseStress Relief Through Alternative MedicineStress and the Gender DivideSilent Killer Diseases
