Prasco Laboratories announced today that it is now shipping the authorized generic version of ZEGERID® (omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate) capsules. Authorized generics are generic pharmaceuticals manufactured identically to the brand product and sold under a private label. Under the terms of a distribution and supply agreement with Santarus, Prasco will sell and distribute the capsule form of Omeprazole/Sodium Bicarbonate in 20 mg and 40 mg strengths in the U.S. under the Prasco label.
"We are especially proud to establish this relationship with Santarus and to bring the authorized generic of ZEGERID® to consumers," said Prasco Chief Executive Officer E. Thomas Arington. "With an authorized generic that is manufactured identically to the brand, patients have the benefit of the brand-identical experience at generic savings," stated Arington.