Biocon’s European partner Zentiva receives approval from UK MHRA for Liraglutide

New Delhi: Biocon Limited, through its European partner, Zentiva, has received approval from the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), U.K., for its complex formulation Liraglutide (gSaxenda) in a 6mg/ml solution for injection in pre-filled pen, used in the treatment of Weight Management as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.

The company had earlier announced about the approval received from the MHRA for Liraglutide (gVicotza), used in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, filed through Zentiva.

The approvals will further strengthen Biocon’s portfolio of vertically integrated, complex drug products.