Dr Reddys launches Dexmedetomidine Injection in US
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Hyderabad and Princeton: Drugmaker, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., has recently announced the launch of Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, a therapeutic equivalent generic version of Precedex (dexmedetomidine hydrochloride) in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA).
Dexmedetomidine hydrochloride in 0.9% sodium chloride injection is a relatively selective alpha -adrenergic agonist indicated 2 for:
• Sedation of initially intubated and mechanically ventilated patients during treatment in an intensive care setting. Administer dexmedetomidine hydrochloride in 0.9% sodium chloride injection by continuous infusion not to exceed 24 hours.
• Sedation of non-intubated patients prior to and/or during surgical and other procedures.
"We are pleased to bring this important generic product to market, making it affordable—and readily available—for patients," says Marc Kikuchi, Chief Executive Officer, North America Generics, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories.
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