Zydus Lifesciences has received tentative USFDA approval for Olaparib Tablets (100 mg and 150 mg), targeting cancer types associated with BRCA and HRR gene mutations. The approval is a key gateway to the $1.38 billion US oncology market, with production planned at Zydus’ SEZ unit. This milestone bolsters their extensive ANDA portfolio.
Zydus Lifesciences Limited announced a significant regulatory milestone, receiving tentative approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Olaparib Tablets in 100 mg and 150 mg doses. Olaparib, marketed as Lynparza by the originator, is a targeted therapy used in treating ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and prostate cancers, particularly in patients with BRCA gene mutations or defects in homologous recombination repair (HRR) genes.
This approval allows Zydus to produce Olaparib tablets at its SEZ manufacturing unit in India, marking an important step toward tapping into the lucrative US oncology market where Olaparib posted annual sales of approximately USD 1.38 billion as of September 2025 (IQVIA data). The tentative approval reflects a pathway toward eventual full approval, enabling Zydus to market a more affordable generic alternative to a high-demand cancer therapy.
With this development, Zydus now holds 426 approvals and has filed 487 Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) since the start of its filing journey in FY 2003-04, showcasing its strong presence and ongoing commitment to the US pharmaceutical market.
Notable Updates
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USFDA grants tentative approval for Olaparib Tablets 100 mg and 150 mg to Zydus.
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Olaparib indicated for cancers linked to BRCA and HRR gene mutations.
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Production set for Zydus Lifesciences Ltd’s SEZ facility in India.
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The market for Olaparib in the US exceeded USD 1.37 billion annually (IQVIA, Sept 2025).
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Zydus has amassed 426 ANDA approvals out of 487 filings since FY 2003-04.
Source: Zydus Lifesciences, USFDA, IQVIA
Source: Zydus Lifesciences, USFDA, IQVI