FDA approves Mylan's generic version of Detrol LA

SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic drug made by Mylan for treating overactive bladder, according to agency records.

The FDA approved Mylan's tolterodine tartrate extended-release capsules in the 2-mg and 4-mg strengths.

The drug is a generic version of Pfizer's Detrol LA. Detrol LA has annual sales of about $700 million, according to published reports.