Diabetes treatment: Lupin buys Huminsulin from Eli Lilly

Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli

Published On 2024-12-31 07:22 GMT | Update On 2024-12-31 07:22 GMT

Mumbai: Global pharma major Lupin Limited has announced the acquisition of Huminsulin in India from Eli Lilly and Company to further enhance its diabetes portfolio.

Lupin has been marketing the Huminsulin range of products comprising of Insulin Human, including Huminsulin R, Huminsulin NPH, Huminsulin 50/50, and Huminsulin 30/70, through existing Distribution and Promotion Agreements with Lilly, India. The Huminsulin range of products is indicated for the treatment of type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve blood sugar control in both adults and children.

Insulin treatment is the cornerstone of type 1 diabetes management and often becomes necessary over time in type 2 diabetes as the disease progresses. There is a significant Indian population affected with diabetes for both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, where Insulin Human is prescribed for management along with other concomitant therapies.

“This acquisition is strategic to our ongoing efforts to expand our diabetes portfolio and provide highquality, affordable health care to our patients. It reinforces our unwavering commitment to combating diabetes and providing comprehensive care,” said Nilesh Gupta, Managing Director, Lupin.

Commenting on the acquisition, Rajeev Sibal, President – India Region Formulations, Lupin said, “Lupin has been at the forefront of providing holistic diabetes care to patients. This acquisition further strengthens our diabetes portfolio and enables us to offer a broad range of human insulin options to millions of patients, thereby helping them lead healthier lives.”

Lupin Limited is a global pharmaceutical leader headquartered in Mumbai, India, with products distributed in over 100 markets. Lupin specializes in pharmaceutical products, including branded and generic formulations, complex generics, biotechnology products, and active pharmaceutical ingredients. The company has a strong position in India and the U.S. across multiple therapy areas, including respiratory, cardiovascular, anti-diabetic, anti-infective, gastrointestinal, central nervous system, and women's health. Lupin has 15 state-of-the-art manufacturing sites and 7 research centers globally.

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Diabetes treatment: Lupin buys Huminsulin from Eli Lilly

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