Lupin Eyes Another Mirabegron Launch Amid Ongoing Litigation

The Firm Reported A 16% YoY Sales Increase, With ‘Robust Growth’ Across All Key Regions

With a clear focus on complex products, Lupin sets out its launch plans for the year ahead, while battling ongoing litigation over some of its generics.

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Lupin has its eyes on the prize – strengthen its position and co-exclusivity of generic mirabegron. During a recent investors’ call covering Lupin’s financial first quarter, CEO Vinita Gupta said that the firm is evaluating when to launch its 50mg generic rival to Astellas’ Myrbetriq, but it all depends on the ongoing litigation outcome relating to the US patent 10,842,780.

It has not been the easiest ride for the firm and its generic drug. In April, Lupin and fellow Indian generics giant Zydus announced their “at-risk” launches of respective 25mg doses of mirabegron

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