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Mylan Announces Final FDA Approval for Generic Version of Antidepressant Effexor(R)
Venlafaxine HCl Tablets, indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder, are the generic version of Wyeth's Effexor® Tablets, which had annual U.S. sales of approximately $188 million for the 12 months ending March 31, 2008.
This product is shipping immediately. Currently, Mylan has 92 ANDAs pending FDA approval, 20 of which are potential first-to-file opportunities.
Mylan Inc., with a presence in more than 90 countries, ranks among the leading diversified generic and specialty pharmaceutical companies in the world. The company maintains one of the industry's broadest - and highest quality - product portfolios, supported by a robust product pipeline; owns a controlling interest in the world's second largest active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturer; and operates a specialty business focused on respiratory and allergy therapies.
SOURCE Mylan Inc. 06/16/2008 CONTACT: Media: Michael Laffin, or Investors: Kris King +1-724-514-1813, both of Mylan Inc. /Web site: http://www.mylan.com (MYL)