Healthcare/Biotech
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Updated on 11 Nov 2025, 11:34 am
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Akshat Lakshkar | Whalesbook News Team
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Headline: Granules India Secures First USFDA Approval for Hyderabad Facility
Granules Life Sciences (GLS), a subsidiary of Granules India Limited, has achieved a major milestone by receiving its first approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its second Hyderabad-based finished dosage manufacturing facility. This approval follows a pre-approval inspection (PAI) conducted by the US drug regulator between July 28 and August 1, 2025. While one observation was noted during the inspection, GLS promptly submitted its response within the required timeframe, leading to this crucial clearance.
Impact This USFDA approval is a significant step for Granules India, bolstering its capacity to produce finished dosage forms. It enables the company to launch the approved product in the competitive US market and strengthens its business continuity strategy by allowing manufacturing across multiple sites. Granules India expects this to enhance its market share and is optimistic about future approvals for other products filed from this facility. Rating: 8/10
Difficult Terms:
USFDA (United States Food and Drug Administration): The primary federal agency in the United States responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.
PAI (Pre-Approval Inspection): An inspection conducted by the USFDA at a manufacturing facility before a new drug application (NDA) or abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) is approved. It ensures the facility meets regulatory standards for drug manufacturing.
Finished Dosage: A pharmaceutical product in its final form, ready for administration to a patient (e.g., tablets, capsules, injections).
Multi-site Manufacturing: The ability to produce a product at more than one manufacturing location, which enhances supply chain security and flexibility.