Posted by Michael Wonder on 06 Aug 2016
The FDA approves first generic version of widely used influenza drug Tamiflu
On August 3, 2016, the U.S. FDA approved the first generic version of Tamiflu (oseltamivir phosphate), a widely used medication for the treatment of the flu (influenza A and B) in patients two weeks of age and older who have had flu symptoms for no more than 48 hours; and prevention of the flu in patients one year of age and older.
Tamiflu was approved in 1999.
The FDA is committed to improving patient access to safe and effective generic drugs. Generic drugs approved by the FDA have the same high-quality and strength as brand-name drugs. The generic manufacturing and packaging sites must pass the same quality standards as those of brand-name drugs.
