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Morepen Laboratories Limited · MOREPENLAB
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Morepen Laboratories Limited has submitted its first Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for Sitagliptin Tablets USP in three strengths, marking a milestone in its integrated CDMO capabilities.
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Morepen Laboratories Limited has informed the Exchange regarding a press release dated September 28, 2026, titled "Morepen strengthens integrated CDMO capabilities with first U.S. ANDA submission".
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Date: 28/09/2026
National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. BSE Limited
Exchange Plaza, Bandra Kurla Complex, Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers,
Bandra (East), Mumbai- 400 051 Dalal Street, Mumbai- 400 001
Symbol: MOREPENLAB Scrip Code: 500288
Sub.: Press Release – ‘Morepen strengthens integrated CDMO capabilities with first U.S.
ANDA submission’
Dear Sir/ Madam,
Please find enclosed press release with the title ‘Morepen strengthens integrated CDMO capabilities
with first U.S. ANDA submission’.
This is for your information and dissemination on your website.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
For Morepen Laboratories Limited
Vipul Kumar Srivastava
Company Secretary
F-12148
Encl.: a/a
Morepen Laboratories Limited
CIN NO. L24231 HP1984PLC006028
Corp. Off.: 2nd Floor, Tower C, DLF Cyber Park, Udyog Vihar-III, Sector-20, Gurugram, Haryana-122016, INDIA
TEL.: +91 124 4892000, E-mail: corporate@morepen.com, Website: www.morepen.com
Regd. Off.: Morepen Village, Malkumajra, Nalagarh Road, Baddi, Distt. Solan (H.P.) -173205, INDIA
Tel.: +91 1795 266401-03, 244590, Fax: +91 1795 244591, E-mail: plants@morepen.com
Morepen strengthens integrated CDMO capabilities
with first U.S. ANDA submission
Milestone advances Morepen’s API-to-finished dosage development offering
• First U.S. ANDA submitted for Sitagliptin Tablets USP in three strengths
• Strengthens formulation, bioequivalence and regulatory dossier capabilities
• Supports specialized CDMO opportunities across regulated markets
Gurugram, 28th September 2026: Morepen Laboratories Limited has submitted its first
Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for
Sitagliptin Tablets USP in 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg strengths. The submission extends the
Company’s established API and CDMO expertise into integrated finished dosage development and
regulatory filing.
The Sitagliptin program brings together formulation development and scale-up, analytical method
development and validation, impurity control, stability studies and manufacture of regulatory
batches under GMP systems. It also incorporates bioequivalence strategy, coordination with
contract research organizations and integration of development and study data into the regulatory
dossier.
These capabilities strengthen Morepen’s ability to support specialized CDMO assignments
spanning API development, finished dosage formulation and regulatory submission,
broadening the scope and complexity of customer programs it can undertake.
Mr. Sanjay Suri, Managing Director, Morepen Laboratories Limited said “Capability
building is central to Morepen’s next phase of growth. Our first ANDA submission brings together
the scientific, manufacturing and regulatory skills needed to take an API through finished dosage
development to a U.S. filing,”
Mr. Suri Further added, “Alongside our planned Innovation Hub and investments in advanced
chemistry and technology, this milestone strengthens our ability to undertake specialized CDMO
assignments and build long-term development partnerships.”
Morepen intends to build on this foundation through customer development programs, technology
transfer, co-development and licensing opportunities. These capabilities can also support product
and dossier development for regulated markets across Europe and Asia, tailored to each
jurisdiction’s requirements.
Over time, the Company aims to explore differentiated formulations, including potential U.S.
505(b)(2) development programs, subject to product-specific studies and regulatory
requirements.
Sitagliptin is an established oral treatment for adults with Type 2 diabetes, belonging to the DPP-
4 inhibitor class, commonly known as gliptins. Its innovator product, Januvia, recorded worldwide
sales of approximately US$1.604 billion in 2025.¹ The relevant U.S. phosphate salt patent is
Morepen Laboratories Limited
CIN NO. L24231 HP1984PLC006028
Corp. Off.: 2nd Floor, Tower C, DLF Cyber Park, Udyog Vihar-III, Sector-20, Gurugram, Haryana-122016, INDIA
TEL.: +91 124 4892000, E-mail: corporate@morepen.com, Website: www.morepen.com
Regd. Off.: Morepen Village, Malkumajra, Nalagarh Road, Baddi, Distt. Solan (H.P.) -173205, INDIA
Tel.: +91 1795 266401-03, 244590, Fax: +91 1795 244591, E-mail: plants@morepen.com
scheduled to expire in November 2026, with associated paediatric exclusivity extending to May
2027; certain manufacturers have separate arrangements permitting earlier entry.²
Morepen currently estimates 24–36 months from submission to progress towards approval and
commercial supply, subject to FDA review, satisfactory completion of applicable formulation
facility inspection requirements and applicable patent and exclusivity requirements.
About Morepen Laboratories Limited
Morepen Laboratories Limited (NSE: MOREPENLAB; BSE: 500288) is an Indian pharmaceutical
company with established expertise in active pharmaceutical ingredients and a growing focus on
contract development and manufacturing. The Company is expanding its scientific, manufacturing and
regulatory capabilities to support integrated development programs and long-term partnerships with
global pharmaceutical customers.
Notes to editors
1. Market reference: Merck’s 2025 Annual Report records worldwide Januvia sales of US$1.604 billion.
This represents historical innovator sales, rather than the total generic market or a forecast of Morepen’s
potential revenue.
2. Patent reference: The relevant U.S. sitagliptin phosphate salt patent is scheduled to expire on 24th
November 2026, with associated paediatric exclusivity extending to 24th May 2027. Settlement
arrangements permit certain manufacturers to enter earlier.
3. Submission status: ANDA No. 221758 was submitted on 25th September 2026. Submission does not
constitute FDA acceptance for substantive review, product approval or authorization for U.S. commercial
supply.
4. Development pathways: References to Europe, Asia and potential 505(b)(2) programs describe future
development opportunities. Each program would require its own supporting data and applicable
regulatory submissions and approvals.
Forward-looking statements
This release contains forward-looking statements concerning Morepen’s development plans, proposed
capabilities, potential partnerships, regulatory timelines and commercialization. These statements reflect
current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including regulatory outcomes, facility
inspections, development results, intellectual property requirements and market conditions. Actual outcomes
may differ materially. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements, except as required
by applicable law.
Investor relations
Morepen Laboratories Limited
Rajas Suri
Email: rajas.suri@morepen.com
Media enquiries
Mr. Girish Singhal
Propel Communications
Email: propelpr.com@gmail.com
Morepen Laboratories Limited
CIN NO. L24231 HP1984PLC006028
Corp. Off.: 2nd Floor, Tower C, DLF Cyber Park, Udyog Vihar-III, Sector-20, Gurugram, Haryana-122016, INDIA
TEL.: +91 124 4892000, E-mail: corporate@morepen.com, Website: www.morepen.com
Regd. Off.: Morepen Village, Malkumajra, Nalagarh Road, Baddi, Distt. Solan (H.P.) -173205, INDIA
Tel.: +91 1795 266401-03, 244590, Fax: +91 1795 244591, E-mail: plants@morepen.com