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Akorn Launches Doxercalciferol Injection - Quick Facts

Akorn (AKRX,AKRN.OB) announced it has launched Doxercalciferol Injection Solution, 4 mcg/2 mL in 2mL single-use vials, following approval from the FDA. Akorn said its product is therapeutically equivalent to Hectorol injection, marketed by Genzyme Corporation.

Akorn's Doxercalciferol Injection is indicated for the treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis.

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