Perrigo Company, a provider of Consumer Self-Care Products, announced that it has received final approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for Omeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Mini Capsules, 20 mg over-the-counter (OTC). Perrigo expects to launch Omeprazole Minis later this year.
This launch represents a first-to-market mini capsule form of omeprazole, which is indicated for treatment of frequent heartburn. This capsule is 70% smaller than the tablet version of omeprazole that is currently available, providing a differentiated and preferred product offering for consumers. The product will be marketed under retailer's store brand labels comparable to Prilosec OTC®.