Hyderabad - MSN Laboratories today announced the launch of SEMABEST, its semaglutide brand, in the Indian market following approval from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). This milestone reinforces the company’s commitment to expanding access to advanced therapies for chronic metabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes. SEMABEST is priced at nearly 50% lower than the innovator drug, significantly improving affordability and patient access. The therapy is available as a pre-filled pen for subcutaneous administration.
Since 20th March 2026, the market has seen a surge of
new entrants. In this evolving landscape, SEMABEST stands apart with its strong
backward
integration across in-house USDMF-grade API and formulation. The Pen device
is also made in India complying with global regulatory standards. SEMABEST
represents a significant step forward in making complex peptide therapies more
accessible, affordable, and scalable for Indian patients.
“The product has demonstrated bioequivalence to
the reference (innovator) drug, with its performance further validated
through Phase III clinical studies conducted in direct comparison. The results
showed comparable reduction in HbA1c levels, along with similar outcomes
across key parameters including fasting plasma glucose (FPG), postprandial
glucose (PPG) & weight loss. SEMABEST also exhibited a comparable safety
profile, reinforcing its reliability as an effective therapeutic option.”
said Dr Kamini Desai, Head – Medical Affairs, MSN Laboratories.
India is home to nearly 90 million people living with
diabetes, with a significant proportion remaining undiagnosed or inadequately
managed. The disease is often associated with serious complications, including
cardiovascular disorders, kidney failure, and vision impairment, placing a
substantial burden on patients and the healthcare system.
“The launch of SEMABEST marks a defining step in our
journey to make next-generation metabolic therapies more accessible and
affordable. As the burden of diabetes continues to rise, we remain focused on
delivering high-quality, innovative solutions that can make a meaningful
difference in patients’ lives,” said Dr.
MSN Reddy, Founder & CMD, MSN Laboratories.
“MSN brings over a decade of expertise in complex
peptide development, with its journey in this domain dating back to 2016 with
the filing of its first USDMF for icatibant. Since then, the company has
established a strong regulatory and scientific foundation, with 12 USDMFs
for peptides and 6 US ANDAs for peptide formulations, supported by a
broader portfolio of 560+ USDMFs and 400+ bioequivalent formulations
globally. Leveraging its integrated R&D infrastructure and large-scale
manufacturing capabilities, MSN is well positioned to ensure consistent supply,
quality, and accessibility of SEMABEST across India.” said Bharat Reddy, Executive Director, MSN
Laboratories.