Teva Announces the Launch of a Generic Version of Lialda in the United States

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. announced the launch of a generic version of Lialda (mesalamine) delayed-release tablets, 1.2 g, in the U.S.

Mesalamine delayed-release tablets are indicated for the induction of remission in adults with active, mild to moderate ulcerative colitis and for the maintenance of remission of ulcerative colitis.

“The launch of mesalamine is a significant addition to Teva’s generic portfolio,” said Brendan O’Grady, Executive Vice President and head of North America Commercial at Teva. “With more than a million people in the U.S. estimated to suffer from inflammatory bowel diseases, including ulcerative colitis, this is an important and more affordable generic treatment option for our customers.”

Mesalamine further enhances Teva’s already-comprehensive anti-inflammatory portfolio. With nearly 600 generic medicines available, Teva has the largest portfolio of FDA-approved generic products on the market and holds the leading position in first-to-file opportunities, with over 100 pending first-to-files in the U.S. Currently, one in seven generic prescriptions dispensed in the U.S. is filled with a Teva generic product.

Mesalamine Delayed-Release Tablets, 1.2 g had annual sales of approximately $1.11 billion in the U.S., according to IMS data as of January 2018.