FDA approves generic epilepsy treatment
PITTSBURGH Generic drug maker Mylan has received the Food and Drug Administration’s approval for its version of a drug used to treat epilepsy.
Mylan announced Thursday the approval of its topiramate sprinkle capsules in the 15-mg and 25-mg strengths. The capsules are designed to be opened and sprinkled onto soft food and are a generic version of Johnson & Johnson’s Topamax Sprinkle Capsules.
The branded version of the drug had sales of $58 million for the 12-month period ended June 30, according to IMS Health data.