“There are no remaining legal or regulatory barriers, and the company is launching immediately,” Viatris has confirmed, following its landmark approval for the first generic version of AbbVie’s Restasis (cyclosporine) 0.05% ophthalmic emulsion.
Viatris Readies Restasis Launch – So Where Are The Others?
‘No Remaining Legal Or Regulatory Barriers’ Notes F-T-M Viatris
Viatris management has confirmed plans to begin shipping its long-awaited generic Restasis product immediately. Analysts continue to speculate that the approval could remove a hurdle for other firms, if they can get their ANDAs over the line.

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