Lupin Expects Respiratory Ramp Up From Fiscal '22
Generics To Benefit From US Election Outcome
Executive Summary
After launching albuterol, India's Lupin is seeking to expand its presence in the respiratory market. With generic Fostair set for a European launch in fiscal 2022 and Spiriva for a US introduction the following fiscal year, the company is counting on the portfolio to deliver growth from the coming financial year.
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