FX.co ★ Teva Launches Authorized Generic Of Victoza For Type 2 Diabetes Patients In US

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (TEVA) announced on Monday the release of an authorized generic version of Victoza injection, with a dosage strength of 1.8 mg, for patients with type 2 diabetes in the U.S.

This injectable prescription medication is designed to help lower blood sugar levels in adults and children aged 10 and older who have type 2 diabetes mellitus. Additionally, it reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, according to the company.

Teva also reported that Victoza had garnered annual sales of $1.656 billion as of April 2024.

At the moment, Teva's stock is down by 1.98 percent, trading at $16.63 on the New York Stock Exchange.