Transdermal Products
Proprietary Transdermal Technology
Mylan Technologies Inc. (MTI) is the market leader in generic transdermal drug
delivery technology. MTI has developed a variety of generic transdermal
products available for the U.S. and International markets, and is one of the
largest producers of transdermal products in North America. We have built a
reputation for delivering exceptional quality through our vertically integrated
manufacturing process and modern manufacturing facility.
Advanced TDDS Systems
Currently marketed products include Nitroglycerin, Estradiol, Fentanyl and EMSAM
®*
transdermal systems. Our Fentanyl patch was the first generic class II narcotic
TDDS ever approved. It is an AB-rated alternative to the equivalent branded drug,
Duragesic
®**.
Nitroglycerin
Our first generic transdermal patch received approval from the FDA on August
30, 1996. This product is prescribed for the prevention of angina pectoris
related to coronary artery disease.
The onset of action of transdermal nitroglycerin is not sufficiently rapid for
the product to be useful in aborting an acute attack. It is contraindicated in
patients using Viagra (sildenafil) because sildenafil may amplify the
vasodilatory effects of Nitroglycerin Transdermal System resulting in severe
hypotension.
For additional details including important safety information please see full
Prescribing Information.
Estradiol
Our Estradiol transdermal patch received regulatory approval on February 24,
2000. This product is used to treat certain symptoms of menopause,
hypoestrogenism, and for the prevention of post menopausal osteoporosis.
Estrogens increase the risk of endometrial cancer. They should not be used for
the prevention of cardiovascular disease or dementia. The Women's Health
Initiative (WHI) study reported that in post-menopausal women (50 to 79 years
of age) estrogens were associated with increased risks of myocardial
infarction, stroke, invasive breast cancer, pulmonary emboli, deep vein
thrombosis, and increased risk of dementia (65 years and older).
Estrogens should be prescribed at the lowest effective doses and for the
shortest duration consistent with treatment goals and risks for the individual
woman.
For additional details please see full Prescribing Information, including boxed
WARNINGS.
Fentanyl 
Our Fentanyl transdermal patch, which received FDA approval on January 28,
2005, provides continuous delivery of fentanyl over 72 hours for the management
of persistent, moderate to severe chronic pain in patients already receiving
opioid treatment who require continuous and extended opioid administration and
who cannot be managed by other means.
Fentanyl transdermal system is a potent Schedule II opioid; these drugs have
the highest potential for abuse and associated risk of fatal overdoses due to
respiratory depression. The high content of fentanyl in the patches may be a
particular target for abuse and diversion.
For additional details please see full prescribing information, including boxed
CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS
EMSAM®*
Somerset Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Mylan Inc.,
received approval from the FDA for EMSAM
® transdermal
Selegiline, on February 27 of 2006. EMSAM
® is the
first transdermal treatment for major depressive disorder. All aspects of the
EMSAM
® product related to its design, chemistry,
manufacturing and controls were the result of the integration of the talents
and expertise of MTI scientists. EMSAM
® is
manufactured by MTI.
Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior
(suicidality) in short-term studies in children and adolescents with major
depressive disorder (MDD) and other psychotic disorders. Anyone considering the
use of EMSAM
® or other antidepressants in a child or
adolescent must balance this risk with the clinical need.
EMSAM
® is not indicated for use in pediatric patients.
For additional details please see full Prescribing Information, including boxed
WARNINGS.
* EMSAM
® is a registered trademark of Somerset
Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
** Duragesic
® is a registered trademark of Johnson
& Johnson Corporation