Dr. Reddy's generic Lotrel enters market

HYDERABAD, India — Dr. Reddy’s Labs has launched a generic drug for treating high blood pressure, the company said Thursday.

Dr. Reddy’s announced the launch of amlodipine besylate and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in the 5-mg/40-mg and 10-mg/40-mg strengths.

The drug is a generic version of Novartis’ Lotrel, which had sales of $290 million during the 12-month period ended in March, according to IMS Health.