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Generic drugs occupy over 70% of tamsulosin market

By Kim, Jin-Gu | translator Kim, Jung-Ju

23.08.09 14:02:18

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Total prescriptions of generic drugs in 1H KRW 81.6 billion... increased 18% in 1 year

Prescription of the original drug fell 3% in one year...market share fell to 30%

Impurities detected in some products in June... the effect of voluntary withdrawal insignificant


The share of generic drugs in the market for prostatic hyperplasia treatments that contain tamsulosin exceeded 70%. This is interpreted as an effect of the rapid rise in generic sales while the prescription performance of original products slowed down.

One variable in this market is impurities. At the end of June, impurities were detected in some products, initiating voluntary recalls. However, as only one product made the voluntary recall, its impact on the overall market is not significant yet.

Prescription of tamsulosin generics rise 18% in one year... market share exceeds 70%

According to the market research institute UBIST on the 9th, the outpatient presc

Kim, Jin-Gu(kjg@dailypharm.com)
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