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announces the U.S. FDA Approval of its NDA for SCN-102, to be launched as ArbliTM, (losartan potassium) Oral Suspension, 10mg/mL. The
global market for losartan potassium was approximately $1.5 billion in sales in 2024.
FL, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - - SCIENTURE HOLDINGS, INC. NASDAQ: SCNX), a holding company for existing and planned
pharmaceutical operating companies focused on providing enhanced value to patients, physicians and caregivers through developing, bringing
to market, and distributing novel specialty products to satisfy unmet market needs, is pleased to announce the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) has approved SCN-102, one of the products being developed by Scienture, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Scienture Holdings, Inc.,
with the brand name ArbliTM (losartan potassium) Oral Suspension, 10 mg/mL. ArbliTM is meant for the treatment
of hypertension in patients greater than 6 years old, for the reduction of risk of stroke in patients with hypertension and left ventricular
hypertrophy and for the treatment of diabetic nephropathy in certain patients with type 2 diabetes. ArbliTM is the first
and only FDA approved ready-to-use oral liquid losartan in the U.S. market.
is a novel proprietary formulation of losartan, a proven therapy for treating hypertension, which provides a tailored approach
to patients that require or prefer an oral liquid option of losartan. Appropriate dosing is now easier, safe and effective, while providing
the assurance of quality as an FDA-approved product. ArbliTM provides a safe and convenient option to patients requiring a
liquid formulation and addresses the intrinsic risks associated with potential inconsistencies in the process of crushing tablets to
extemporaneously compound losartan prescriptions. ArbliTM has two issued patents from the USPTO, which are also expected to
be listed in the FDA Orangebook.
is classified as an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) for treating hypertension and is one of the highest prescribed molecules for this
indication. Current products in the market containing losartan are available only as oral solids, which can be further compounded to
a liquid formulation. ArbliTM is the first liquid formulation of losartan on the market that does not require compounding
and has reduced dosing volume and long-term shelf life at room temperature storage. IQVIA data (MAT December 2024) indicates a total
annual sales of approximately $292 million and a prescription volume of 68 million (TRx) for losartan in the US market.
approval of ArbliTM exemplifies our deep commitment to develop high value products that address unique and underserved patient
needs. A significant number of patients can benefit from a safe and efficacious ready-to-use oral liquid formulation of losartan. We
are excited with the approval of our first brand product which is part of our upcoming pipeline of novel specialty products," remarked
Shankar Hariharan, CEO of Scienture, LLC.
are pleased to bring to market, ArbliTM, a transformative therapy option containing losartan, one of the most widely prescribed
molecules in its class, to patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals (HCPs). We expect to commercially launch and make ArbliTM
available to patients in the U.S. in Q3 2025," said Narasimhan Mani, President of Scienture, LLC.
announcement is extremely exciting and is a clear demonstration of the value Scienture, LLC brings to the combined company and its shareholders,"
said Suren Ajjarapu, Chairman of the Board, Scienture Holdings, Inc.
is the first and only oral liquid formulation of losartan approved by the U.S. FDA. Arbli comes in a 165 mL bottle as a
peppermint flavored suspension that does not require refrigeration, and has been approved for a shelf life of 18 months from the date
of manufacture when stored at room temperature, based on the data submitted in the NDA. Once the 24-months stability data is submitted
to the FDA, the shelf-life of the product is expected to be extended to 24-months at room temperature.
is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) indicated for:
| Treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure in adults and children greater than 6 years old. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions. | ||
| Reduction of the risk of stroke in patients with hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy. | ||
| Treatment of diabetic nephropathy with an elevated serum creatinine and proteinuria in patients with type 2 diabetes and a history of hypertension. |
| Do not take Arbli TM when pregnant. When pregnancy is detected, discontinue Arbli TM as soon as possible. Drugs that act directly on the renin-angiotensin system can cause injury and death to the developing fetus. Arbli TM can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Use of drugs that act on the renin-angiotensin system during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy reduces fetal renal function and increases fetal and neonatal morbidity and death. | ||
| Do not co-administer Arbli TM with aliskiren in patients with diabetes. Avoid use of aliskiren with Arbli TM in patients with renal impairment (GFR <60 mL/min). | ||
| Do not administer Arbli TM in patients with severe hepatic impairment. Arbli TM has not been studied in patients with severe hepatic impairment. | ||
| The most common adverse reactions are (incidence 2% and greater than placebo): dizziness, upper respiratory infection, nasal congestion, and back pain. |
are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
You may also contact Scienture at 1-833-754-4917.
see the full Prescribing Information for complete product information. For more information, talk to your healthcare provider.
(high blood pressure) is a cardiovascular condition, when the pressure in the blood vessels is too high (140/90 mmHg or higher). According
to the CDC, hypertension, or high blood pressure, affects nearly half of adults in the United States, or 119.9 million people. Hypertension
is defined as a systolic blood pressure of 140 mmHg or higher, and diastolic blood pressure of 90 mmHg or higher. Hypertension is a risk
factor for stroke and heart disease, which are leading causes of death in the U.S. Factors that increase the risk of having high blood
pressure include: older age, genetics, being overweight or obese, not being physically active, high-salt diet and drinking too much alcohol.
Hypertension is clinically diagnosed if, when blood pressure is measured on two different days, the systolic blood pressure readings
on both days is 140 mmHg and/or the diastolic blood pressure readings on both days is 90 mmHg.
Scienture Holdings, Inc.
HOLDINGS, INC. (NASDAQ: "SCNX"), through its wholly owned subsidiaries, Scienture, LLC and Integra Pharma Solutions, LLC,
is a comprehensive pharmaceutical product company focused on providing enhanced value to patients, physicians and caregivers by offering
novel specialty products to satisfy unmet market needs. Integra Pharma Solutions, LLC, is a licensed pharmaceutical wholesaler and sells
brand, generic and non-drug products to healthcare markets including government organizations, hospitals, clinics and independent pharmacies
nationwide. Scienture, LLC is a branded, specialty pharmaceutical company consisting of a highly experienced team of industry professionals
who are passionate about developing and bringing to market unique specialty products that provide enhanced value to patients and healthcare
systems. The assets in development at Scienture are across therapeutics areas, indications and cater to different market segments and
channels. For more information please visit www.scienture.com.
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