
Shares of Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd were in focus on Monday after the company announced that it had received final approval from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for its generic version of Sumatriptan injection, used in the treatment of migraine and cluster headaches.
The approval covers Sumatriptan Injection, 4 mg/0.5 ml and 6 mg/0.5 ml, delivered via a single-dose autoinjector system, according to a regulatory filing.
This approval marks a significant milestone for Alembic as it represents the company’s first drug device combination product, expanding its footprint in complex generic formulations.
The approved product is therapeutically equivalent to Imitrex STATdose System, developed by GlaxoSmithKline Intellectual Property Ltd., England.
Sumatriptan is prescribed for the acute treatment of migraine, with or without aura, and for acute cluster headache episodes in adults. With this approval, Alembic strengthens its US portfolio, which continues to be a key contributor to its international business.
Shares of Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd. were trading slightly lower at ₹98.19, down 1.43% from the previous close of ₹99.61. The stock opened at ₹100.00 and touched an intraday high of ₹100.23, before slipping to a low of ₹97.81.
Read More: Ajanta Pharma, Power Grid, Route Mobile Among 6 Stocks Going Ex-Dividend Today, November 10, 2025.
The latest USFDA approval marks an important regulatory milestone for Alembic Pharmaceuticals, reinforcing its position in the US generics market.
While this approval adds to the company’s expanding portfolio of complex products, the overall business impact will depend on market uptake, pricing dynamics, and competition in the migraine treatment segment.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.
Published on: Nov 10, 2025, 3:18 PM IST

Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
Know MoreWe're Live on WhatsApp! Join our channel for market insights & updates