CURRENT AFFAIRS

2020

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Which company launched its generic version of cancer drug Dasatinib in India?

A	Cipla
B	Shilpa Medicare
C	Sun Pharmaceutical
D	Divi’s Laboratories

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Natco had launched the generic version of dasatinib in 2012 but failed in court as the court uphold the BMS patent.

Detailed explanation-2: -SPRYCEL is the trade name for the generic chemotherapy drug Dasatinib. In some cases, health care professionals may use the trade name SPRYCEL when referring to the generic drug name Dasatinib.

Detailed explanation-3: -Headquartered in Hyderabad, India, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories is one of the leading Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) manufacturers and suppliers globally for Dasatinib API.

Detailed explanation-4: -Dasakast 50mg Dasatinib Tablets Manufacturer: Aprazer Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Detailed explanation-5: -SPRYCEL® is a trademark of Bristol-Myers Squibb Company.

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