Who manufactures generic atorvastatin?

Who manufactures generic atorvastatin?

Lipitor’s generic name is atorvastatin. Two generic drugmakers, Ranbaxy and Watson, can start selling generic atorvastatin in the U.S. right away.

Is atorvastatin available in Germany?

The German subsidiary of Ranbaxy Laboratories Limited (Ranbaxy), Basics GmbH located in Leverkusen, today launched Atorvastatin Basics® (10/20/40/80 mg), a generic version of the cholesterol lowering drug Sortis®*, in the German market.

When did atorvastatin go off patent?

Nov 30, 2011. Pfizer’s monopoly over the blockbuster cholesterol-reducing molecule atorvastatin, trade name Lipitor, ends today (November 30) with the expiration of the patent that has brought the company over $100 billion since the drug was introduced in 1997.

What drugs does Ranbaxy make?

Sotret is Ranbaxy’s branded generic form of isotretinoin, a drug used to treat severe recalcitrant nodular acne; gabapentin is a drug used to treat epilepsy and nerve pain; ciprofloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic.

Where is atorvastatin made?

The FDA posted the recall as a class II on Tuesday. Mylan said it was recalling the 4,005,177 bottles and 1,527 cartons because of the “potential of an elevated bioburden with identification of objectionable organisms.” The atorvastatin was manufactured at its plant in Morgantown, West Virginia.

How can I buy medicine in Germany?

In Germany, many medicines may only be dispensed to patients by pharmacies (Apotheke). You can obtain certain medicines (known as ‘prescription only’ medicines) from a pharmacist only if you present a doctor’s prescription. There are also many medicines that can be bought freely and for which no prescription is needed.

Can you fill a US prescription in Germany?

Your prescription (Rezept) can be filled at any pharmacy (Apotheke) in Germany. Note that the laws on dispensing drugs are very strict in Germany and you will not be able to get medication, such as antibiotics, without a valid prescription from a German doctor (foreign prescriptions are not accepted).

Is atorvastatin brand or generic?

Atorvastatin is available as a brand-name drug called Lipitor. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. The generic is considered to be just as safe and effective as the original drug. Generics tend to cost less than brand-name drugs.

Who invented atorvastatin?

Bruce D. Roth
Bruce D. Roth (born June 1954) is an American organic and medicinal chemist who trained at Iowa State University and the University of Rochester, and, at the age of 32, discovered atorvastatin, the statin-class drug sold as Lipitor that would become the largest-selling drug in pharmaceutical history (as of 2003).

What is Ranbaxy tablet?

ONOFF OZ (RANBAXY) TABLET is a combination medicine that consists of Ofloxacin and ornidazole. It is a prescription medicine used to treat diarrhoea caused by bacteria and parasites (micro-organisms that live in other’s bodies and use their nutrients to reproduce) in adults.

What is produced in Ranbaxy?

Ranbaxy manufactures many drugs, and only a portion of them are made at these two plants located in Dewas and Paonta Sahib, India. At these two facilities, Ranbaxy manufactures more than 30 different generic drugs (in multiple dosage forms), such as antibiotics, anti-virals, and others, for the U.S. market.

Which pharmaceutical companies make statins?

Statins are the most widely prescribed cholesterol-lowering drugs in the world. Since their introduction in the late 1980s, statins have been a particularly lucrative class of drugs, primarily for pharmaceutical giants Pfizer, Merck Sharp & Dohme and AstraZeneca.

Which is better Lipitor or atorvastatin?

Simply put, brand-name Lipitor and generic atorvastatin are the same medication, and, because of that, each is just as safe and effective as the other. Lipitor is made by Pfizer and generic Lipitor, which was first available in November 2011, is made by many different companies.

Is there any difference between Lipitor and atorvastatin?

Atorvastatin is the generic form of the brand name medicine Lipitor. It’s used together with a healthy lifestyle to lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL, the “bad” cholesterol) and triglyceride (a type of fat) levels in the blood and raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL, the “good” cholesterol) levels.

Is medicine free in Germany?

Healthcare in Germany is funded by statutory contributions, ensuring free healthcare for all. In addition, you can also take out private health insurance (Private Krankenversicherung or PKV) to replace or top up state cover (gesetzliche Krankenkasse or GKV).

What drugs can you buy in Germany?

Some of the most commonly marketed OTC medicines in Germany include Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Voltaren Gel, and Dorithricin.

Is Indian prescription valid in Germany?

A prescription delivered by a doctor in your country is valid in all EU countries. However, a medicine prescribed in one country might not be available or it may have another name. You can ask your doctor to give you a prescription to use in another EU country, also known as a “cross-border prescription”.

Can my doctor send a prescription to another country?

In general, mailing or couriering any kind of medication from one country to another is illegal. In some developing countries, a prescription or visit with a physician is not necessary, and prescription medications, especially antibiotics, may be obtained directly from the pharmacy.

When was Lipitor launched?

Lipitor was first approved in 1997. While under patent protection it was the highest-selling drug of all time, with worldwide sales at one stage of more than US$12 billion a year.

Is atorvastatin being recalled?

Ranbaxy decided to stop making atorvastatin until the company has thoroughly investigated the cause of the contamination and remedied the problem. The recall does not include atorvastatin 80mg strength or any other Ranbaxy product. FDA will continue to oversee the recall process and work with Ranbaxy to resolve quality issues.

Why did Ranbaxy stop manufacturing atorvastatin?

Due to this quality issue, Ranbaxy has decided to stop manufacturing atorvastatin until it has thoroughly investigated the cause of the glass particulates and remedied the problem.

Is there a drug shortage of atorvastatin?

Atorvastatin is a widely used cholesterol lowering medication that is available from several manufacturers. While there is no anticipated drug shortage for any of the affected lots or strengths, the FDA is proactively monitoring the situation for the possibility of a shortage.