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Generic olanzapine launched

Generic manufacturer Actavis has launched a generic version of olanzapine. The product has been launched as both conventional film coated tablets and as orodispersible tablets and is priced competitively compared to the pioneer brand Zyprexa®.

The potential cost savings will only be realised once the Drug Tariff prices are updated.

Reported prices are as follows:

These prices represent a 70% cost saving against the current prices for the pioneer brand.

Action: Clinicians should ensure prescriptions are issued generically to benefit from the cost savings made possible by this product launch.