Upsher-Smith Launches Torpenz Tablets to Treat Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
Overview
Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC (Upsher-Smith) announced the recent launch of Torpenz (everolimus) tablets in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg and 10 mg strengths. Torpenz is an oral mTOR inhibitor used in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC).
Everolimus Indication
Upsher-Smith’s Torpenz (everolimus) tablets are indicated for the treatment of adult patients with renal angiomyolipoma and TSC, not requiring immediate surgery and is also indicated in adult and pediatric patients aged 1 year and older with TSC for the treatment of subependymal giant cell astrocytoma (SEGA) that requires therapeutic intervention but cannot be curatively resected.
From the Specialty & Rare Disease
“As our specialty product portfolio continues to grow, Upsher-Smith remains committed to understanding the unique needs of rare disease communities and providing value-added services that ease access to critical medications,” said Jim Maahs, vice president, specialty & rare disease.
“Torpenz is the only everolimus backed our Promise of Support Programme – a patient-centred initiative designed to offer patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers in the rare disease community comprehensive support throughout the treatment journey.”
The Upsher-Smith Promise of Support Programme ensures timely and reliable access to specialty medications through customized services such bridge and starter medication supply.
PANTHERx Rare, Upsher-Smith Commitment
Through its partnership with specialty pharmacy, PANTHERx Rare, Upsher-Smith commits to providing a best-in-class experience for patients requiring rare disease medications, responding with urgency, and maintaining clear, open communication.
It also includes copay assistance for eligible patients to help lessen the financial burden on patients and their families.
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a rare genetic disease that causes non-cancerous (benign) tumours to grow in the brain and several areas of the body, including the spinal cord, nerves, eyes, lung, heart, kidneys, and skin.
Nearly one million people worldwide are estimated to be living with TSC, with approximately 50,000 in the United States.
Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC
Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC, now a member of Bora Group, is a trusted US pharmaceutical company that strives to improve the health and lives of patients through an unwavering commitment to high-quality products and sustainable growth.
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