Bayer reintroduces Diane-35 onto the French market

Berlin – Following the confirmation of the positive benefit-risk profile by the European Medicines Agency (EMA), Bayer is reintroducing Diane-35 onto the French market in agreement with the French health authority (ANSM). The product had been withdrawn from the French market after a suspension of the marketing authorization as required by the ANSM on May 21st, 2013.

Based on the request of the ANSM at the beginning of 2013, the EMA conducted a review of the benefit-risk profile of Diane-35 and its generics. At the end of July 2013, the EMA concluded that the benefits of Diane-35 outweighed the risks for the treatment of moderate to severe acne related to androgen sensitivity and/or hirsutism (excessive unwanted growth of hair in women) in women of reproductive age. However, when used for acne, Diane-35 should only be used if other treatments, such as those applied to the skin and antibiotics, have failed.

Bayer has collaborated closely with the ANSM in order to ensure a proper handling of the medicine and will continue to do so.

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