Dr. Reddy’s intros Suprax generic

HYDERABAD, India, and PRINCETON, N.J. — Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has introduced its generic of Suprax (cefixime for oral suspension). The drug is indicated to treat various bacterial infections.

The Dr. Reddy’s generic will be available in 100 mg/5 ml and 200 mg/5 ml dosage strengths after reconstituion. The 100 mg/5 ml dosage strength is available in 50-ml bottles and the 200 mg/5 ml strength is available in 75- and 50-ml bottles.

The drug had brand and generic sales of approximately $50.5 million for the 12 months ended June 2017, according to QuntilesIMS data.