World's leading generic pharmaceutical firm Cipla becomes the first from the country to bag The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) nod for launching its generic omeprazole in the Australian market.

The generic omeprazole can be used for the treatment of equine ulcers.

Cipla, a leading drug manufacturer, has announced that it has got final sanction from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) to market Pamidronate disodium injection.

The approval has been granted for 30 mg/vial, 60 mg/vial and 90 mg/ vial .

According to the sources, Pamidronate disodium is indicated for the treatment of Paget`s disease of bone and high blood calcium levels. The drug also used in the treatment of osteoporosis, to reduce bone pain associated with certain illnesses and to treat bone loss due to breast cancer.