Amneal Expands Portfolio with Addition of Icosapent Ethyl Acid Soft Gel Capsules
Partnering with Strides to commercialize recently U.S. FDA approved product; represents another new product launch for Amneal in 2023
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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: AMRX) (“Amneal” or the “Company”) and Strides Pharma Science Limited (“Strides”) today announced the addition ofIcosapent ethyl acid soft gel capsules, a product referencing VASCEPA®. The product has been in-licensed from Strides, a global pharmaceutical manufacturer, and will be commercialized by Amneal starting in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Icosapent ethyl acid soft gel capsules 0.5g and 1g is an ethyl ester of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) that is indicated as an adjunct to diet to reduce triglyceride levels in adult patients with severe (≥ 500 mg/dL) hypertriglyceridemia.

“We are on-track to launch over 40 new products in 2023,” said Andy Boyer, Executive Vice President, Amneal Generics. “The launch of Icosapent ethyl is another essential medicine that we’ve added to our portfolio.”

“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Amneal Pharmaceuticals for Icosapent ethyl acid soft gelatin capsules. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to excellence and the pursuit of cutting-edge solutions. By combining our resources, expertise, and shared passion, we are confident that we will achieve remarkable outcomes that benefit not only our organizations but also our valued customer and stakeholders,” said Aditya Kumar, Vice President Business Development, Strides Pharma Science Limited.

Important Safety Information: Adverse effects reported with VASCEPA® include musculoskeletal pain, peripheral edema, constipation, gout, and atrial fibrillation. For full prescribing information, see package insert located here.

About Amneal

Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: AMRX), headquartered in Bridgewater, NJ, is a fully integrated global pharmaceuticals company. We make healthy possible through the development, manufacturing, and distribution of a diverse portfolio of approximately 270 pharmaceutical products, primarily within the United States. In its Generics segment, the Company is expanding across a broad range of complex product categories and therapeutic areas, including injectables and biosimilars. In its Specialty segment, Amneal has a growing portfolio of branded pharmaceuticals focused primarily on central nervous system and endocrine disorders, with a pipeline focused on unmet needs. Through its AvKARE segment, the Company is a distributor of pharmaceuticals and other products for the U.S. federal government, retail, and institutional markets. For more information, please visit www.amneal.com.

About Strides

Strides, listed on the BSE Limited (532531) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (STAR), is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Bengaluru, India. The Company mainly operates in the regulated markets and has an “in Africa for Africa” strategy along with an institutional business to service donor-funded markets. The Company’s global manufacturing sites are located in India (Chennai, Puducherry and two locations in Bengaluru), Singapore, Italy (Milan), Kenya (Nairobi) and the United States (New York). The Company focusses on “difficult to manufacture” products that are sold in over 100 countries. Additional information is available at the Company’s website at www.strides.com.