How the Market Reacted to Teva’s Pricing of Its Generic Syprine
On February 9, 2018, Teva Pharmaceutical (TEVA) announced the US launch of its generic version of 250 mg Syprine capsules. Syprine capsules are trientine hydrochloride tablets, which are used for the treatment of penicillamine-intolerant patients suffering from Willson’s disease. Willson’s disease is a rare genetic disorder characterized by excessive copper in the body due to the body’s incapability to remove it, which can lead to life-threatening organ damage. According to the National Institute of Health, one in 30,000 people in the United States suffer from Willson’s disease.