New Delhi: Drug company Lupine on Friday said it has received approval from the US health regulator to market a generic drug to treat seizures.

The company has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) to market Topiramate extended-release capsules in the US, the drug company said in a statement.

It states that this product is manufactured by Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. K is a generic equivalent of Trokendi XR extended-release capsules.

Topiramate extended-release capsules are indicated for the treatment of seizures in patients six years of age and older.

According to IQVIA MAT, topiramate extended-release capsules had estimated annual sales in the US of US$253 million.

Lupine shares closed at Rs 1,798, down 1.04 per cent, on the BSE.