Teva launches generic schizophrenia, bipolar disorder drug

NORTH WALES, Pa. — Teva Pharmaceuticals has launched a generic version of a psychiatric drug, the company said Friday.

Teva announced the launch of olanzapine orally disintegrating tablets in the 5-mg, 10-mg, 15-mg and 20-mg strengths in blister packs of 30.

The drug is a generic version of Eli Lilly's Zyprexa Zydis, used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

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