Amneal Launches Six Injectables With Some To Aid US Drug Shortage

Three Out Of Six New Injectables Are On Drug Shortage List In The US

Amneal aims to address the ongoing drug shortage crisis in the US with injectable additions to its portfolio. Meanwhile, the FDA states that it has “made a significant impact” to mitigate shortages, preventing 236 shortages in 2023.

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Amneal has expanded its US injectables portfolio by adding six new products, with expected launches in the second quarter of 2024. This brings the firm’s total number of US commercial injectables to over 40, according to the US-based company.

The firm hinted about upcoming and undisclosed complex product launches during its Q4 and full-year 2023 earnings call back in...

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