Combination of enmetazobactam, invented by scientists associated with Chennai-based pharma firm Orchid Pharma in 2008, and antibiotic cefipime is used to treat severe bacterial infection.
Findings published in Lancet based on ICMR data collected from 14 states. Study to help monitor anti-microbial resistance & tailor region-specific treatment plans, researchers say.
Monocef, a popular brand of the drug, has been among top-selling medicines these last few months. Ceftriaxone is ‘watch’ antibiotic, with high potential for antimicrobial resistance.
While US & Indian officials have signaled that a deal was within reach, talks have dragged on amid disputes over tariffs, market access & protections for politically sensitive sectors.
Under the agreement, the loitering munitions will be offered to the Indian Army as part of efforts to address what the companies described as an ‘urgent requirement’.
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