New Drug Approvals: March 2004

Date of Approval: March 1, 2004

Company: Santen

Treatment for Corneal Ulcers

Iquix contains levofloxacin, a potent fluoroquinolone active against a broad spectrum of Gram-positive and Gram-negative ocular pathogens. Iquix is indicated for the treatment of bacterial corneal ulcers.

Company: Amgen Inc.

Treatment for Secondary Hyperparathyroidism in dialysis patients

Company: Pfizer

Treatment for Allergic Rhinitis and Urticaria

Date of Approval: March 24, 2004

Company: Organon USA Inc.

Treatment for Female Infertility

Follistim AQ Cartridge for self-injection with the Follistim Pen facilitates accurate delivery of individualized doses of pre-mixed follitropin beta injection, a highly effective and widely used prescription fertility treatment. Follistim AQ Cartridge is prescribed for women undergoing assisted reproductive treatments (ART) such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), and for the induction of ovulation to achieve pregnancy.

Company: Serono, Inc.

Treatment for Infertility

Company: Eli Lilly

Treatment for Acute Agitation associated with Schizophrenia and Bipolar Mania