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May.20.13Actavis to Acquire Warner Chilcott to Create Premier $11 Billion Revenue Global Specialty Pharmaceutical Company
- Top 3 U.S. ~$3.0 Billion Revenue Specialty Brand Business - - Expands Portfolio and Pipeline in Core Areas of Women's Health and Urology - - Adds Gastroenterology and Dermatology Franchises and Infrastructure - - Stronger Commercial Presence to Support Expanded Brand Pipeline - - Immediately Accretive With Opportunities for Substantial Operational Synergies and Tax Savings - - Combination Expected to Generate Strong EBITDA and Cash from Operations - - All Stock Transaction Fu... 
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May.14.13Announcement Under Irish Takeover Rules Relevant Securities in Issue
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In accordance with Rule 2.10 of the Irish Takeover Rules, Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a global specialty pharmaceutical leader, (the "Company") confirms that, as at the latest practicable date prior to the making of this announcement, the Company's issued share capital consisted of 133,305,212 ordinary shares, excluding treasury shares, par value US$0.033 per share (the "Ordinary Shares"). The International Securities Identification Number for these ... 
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May.13.13Actavis' NDA for Progestin-Only Patch Accepted for Filing by FDA
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for filing Actavis' New Drug Application (NDA) for a progestin-only transdermal contraceptive patch (Norethindrone Transdermal Delivery System) for use by women to prevent pregnancy.  The acceptance of the NDA for filing means FDA has determined that the application is sufficiently complete to permit a substantive review.  The acceptance for f... 
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May.13.13Actavis Cancels Presentation at Bank of America Merrill Lynch Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a global specialty pharmaceutical leader, today confirmed that Actavis has cancelled its appearance at the upcoming Bank of America Merrill Lynch Healthcare Conference.  Actavis had been scheduled to present on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 8:40 AM Pacific Time at the Encore at the Wynn in Las Vegas, Nevada. About Actavis, Inc. Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) is a global, integrated specialty pharmaceutical company focused on ... 
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May.10.13Actavis Confirms Early Stage Discussions Regarding Potential Combination with Warner Chilcott plc
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a global specialty pharmaceutical leader, today confirmed that Actavis has entered into early stage discussions with Warner Chilcott plc (Nasdaq: WCRX) regarding a potential combination of the two companies.  Actavis further stated that no agreement has been reached and it does not intend to issue further comment regarding its business development initiatives.  About Actavis, Inc. Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) is a glob... 
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May.09.13Actavis Confirms District Court Ruling In Generic Lialda® Patent Suit
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today confirmed that the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida has found United States Patent No. 6,773,720 (the '720 Patent) valid and infringed by Actavis' generic version of Shire's Lialda® (mesalamine extended-release tablets).  Actavis is reviewing the court's decision and will evaluate all available options, including an appeal. Lialda® is indicated for the induction of remission in patie... 
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May.07.13Actavis, Inc. to Present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2013 Health Care Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Actavis' President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2013 Health Care Conference on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 8:40 AM Pacific Time at the Encore at the Wynn in Las Vegas, Nevada. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Actavis' Investo... 
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May.03.13Actavis to Host Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 10, 2013
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), today announced that the Company will host its 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday, May 10, 2013 beginning at 8:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time.  The meeting will be held at the Parsippany Sheraton in Parsippany, NJ, and will be open to in-person stockholders of record only.  Actavis will not be providing a formal update on the business at the meeting, but rather will consider and vote on certain routine matters, ... 
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May.02.13Actavis First Quarter 2013 Net Revenue Increases 24% to $1.9 Billion
- 21% Increase in Q1 2013 Non-GAAP EPS to $1.99; GAAP Earnings (Loss) Per Share of $(0.79) - - 26% Increase in Adjusted EBITDA to $464 million - - Company Increases 2013 Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today reported net revenue increased 24 percent to $1.90 billion for the first quarter 2013, compared to $1.52 billion in the first quarter 2012. On a non-GAAP basis, diluted earnings per share for the first quarter 2013 was $1.99, comp... 
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May.01.13Actavis Acquires Worldwide Rights for Valeant's Metronidazole 1.3% Vaginal Gel
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and MONTREAL, May 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), and Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (NYSE: VRX) (TSX: VRX) today announced that Actavis Specialty Brands (the "Company") has acquired worldwide rights to Valeant's Metronidazole 1.3% Vaginal Gel antibiotic development product, a topical antibiotic for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis.  Under the terms of the agreement, Actavis Specialty Brands is acquiring the product for approximately $55 m... 
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Apr.26.13Actavis Announces OxyContin® Patent Challenge Settlement
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Purdue Pharma to settle all outstanding patent litigation related to Actavis' generic version of the currently marketed abuse-deterrent formulation of OxyContin®. Under the terms of the agreement, Actavis will be licensed to market a specified number of bottles of its generic OxyContin® beginning on January 1, 2014.... 
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Apr.25.13Actavis Reaches Agreement with Shire to Launch a Generic Version of Intuniv® in December 2014
- 180 Days of Exclusivity - PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that is has reached a settlement agreement with Shire plc resolving outstanding patent litigation related to Actavis' generic version of INTUNIV® (guanfacine hydrochloride) for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.  The settlement also resolves outstanding litigation against legacy Watson's Abbr... 
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Apr.16.13Actavis Confirms Favorable Ruling in Generic Yaz® Patent Suit
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today announced that it has re-launched Vestura™ (3 mg drospirenone and 0.02 mg ethinyl estradiol), a generic version of Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s Yaz® oral contraceptive product, following a ruling from the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit that United States Patent No. RE 37,564 (the RE '564 Patent) is invalid. Actavis first launched Vestura™ in January 2012, but removed the product... 
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Apr.10.13Actavis Reaches Agreements with Valeant to Launch Generic Versions of Ziana® and Zyclara®
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and MONTREAL, Quebec, April 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), and Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (NYSE: VRX) (TSX: VRX), today announced that Actavis has reached settlement agreements with Medicis Pharmaceutical Corporation, a subsidiary of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc., resolving outstanding patent litigation related to Actavis' Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Clindamycin and Tretinoin Gel, a generic version of Ziana®, as... 
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Apr.10.13Actavis, Inc. to Host First Quarter 2013 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), announced today that it intends to release first quarter 2013 financial results on Thursday, May 2, 2013, prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets.  The Company will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, May 2, 2013 to discuss its financial results.  The dial-in number to access the call is US/Canada (877) 251-7980, International (706) 643-1573, and the Conference ID is 34092217... 
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Apr.05.13Actavis and Valeant Announce Actavis as Exclusive Authorized Generic Marketer of Zovirax® Ointment; Co-Promotion Agreements on Zovirax® Cream and Cordran® Tape
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and MONTREAL, QUEBEC, April 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), and Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (NYSE: VRX) (TSX: VRX) today announced that they have entered into an agreement, effective immediately, for Actavis to be the exclusive marketer and distributor of an authorized generic of Valeant's Zovirax® ointment (acyclovir 5%) product.  Additionally, Valeant has granted Actavis the exclusive right to co-promote Zovirax® cream (acyclovir 5%) to obste... 
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Apr.03.13Actavis Confirms Court Issues TRO Related to Generic Pulmicort RESPULES® Distribution
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey has granted a motion by AstraZeneca seeking a temporary restraining order (TRO) to prevent Actavis from further distribution of its generic version of AstraZeneca's Pulmicort RESPULES® (budesonide inhalation suspension) 0.25, 0.5 mg products.  Actavis' sales of generic Pulmicort RESPULES® have been enjoined until April 12, 2013 to permit A... 
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Apr.01.13Actavis Confirms Generic AndroGel® 1.62% Patent Challenge
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Testosterone Gel, 1.62%.  Actavis' ANDA product is a generic version of AbbVie Inc.'s AndroGel ® 1.62%, which is indicated for replacement therapy in males for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone. Unimed Pharmaceuticals, LLC, wh... 
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Apr.01.13Actavis Confirms Favorable Ruling In Generic Pulmicort RESPULES® Patent Suit
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey has ruled that Actavis' generic version of AstraZeneca's Pulmicort RESPULES® (budesonide inhalation suspension) 0.25, 0.5 mg, and 1 mg  vials do not infringe United States Patent No. 7,524,834  (the '834 Patent) and that United States Patent No. 6,598,603 (the '603 Patent) is invalid.  Actavis intends to launch the 0.25 and 0.5 mg products... 
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Mar.25.13Actavis Reaches Agreement with AstraZeneca to Launch a Generic Version of Crestor® in 2016
- Launch to occur 67 days ahead of expiry of pediatric exclusivity - PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that is has reached a settlement agreement with AstraZeneca resolving outstanding patent litigation related to Actavis' generic version of rosuvastatin calcium 5, 10, 20 and 40 mg tablets, the generic version of Crestor® tablets, as well as Actavis' rosuvastatin zinc alternate salt product... 
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Mar.08.13Actavis Confirms Generic Exelon® Patch Patent Challenge
PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today confirmed that it has filed with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) an amendment to its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Rivastigmine Transdermal System to include the 13.3 mg per 24 hours dosage strength.  Actavis' ANDA product is a generic version of Novartis' Exelon® Patch, which is a prescription medicine used to treat people with mild to moderate dementia associated with Alzheimer's or Pa... 
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Mar.01.13Actavis Confirms Generic Fortesta® Patent Challenge
PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Testosterone gel 10mg/0.5g.  Actavis' ANDA product is a generic version of Endo Pharmaceuticals' Fortesta®, which is indicated for replacement therapy in males for conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone. Endo and... 
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Feb.27.13Actavis, Inc. to Present at the Barclays 2013 Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Actavis' President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Barclays 2013 Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 10:15AM ET at The Loews Miami Hotel in Miami, Florida. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Actavis' Investor Relations Web site ... 
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Feb.25.13Actavis' Generic Suboxone® Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today announced that it has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Buprenorphine HCl and Naloxone HCl Dihydrate SL Tablets, 2 mg/0.5 mg and 8 mg/2 mg, the generic equivalent to Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare's Suboxone®.   Actavis intends to begin shipping the product immediately.  Suboxone® is indicated for maintenance treatment of opioid ... 
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Feb.20.13Actavis, Inc. to Present at the Cowen & Company 33rd Annual Health Care Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Siggi Olafsson, President, Actavis Pharma, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Cowen & Company 33rd Annual Health Care Conference on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 11:20am ET at The Boston Marriott Copley Place in Boston, MA. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Actavis' Investor Relations Web site ... 
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Feb.19.13Actavis Full Year 2012 Net Revenue Increases 29% to $5.91 Billion
- 26% Increase in Full Year 2012 Non-GAAP EPS to $6.00; GAAP EPS $0.76 - - Fourth Quarter 2012 Net Revenue of $1.75 Billion - - Fourth Quarter 2012 Non-GAAP EPS of $1.59; GAAP EPS $0.21 - - Company Reaffirms 2013 Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today reported net revenue increased 13 percent to $1.75 billion for the fourth quarter 2012, compared to $1.54 billion in the fourth quarter 2011. On a non-GAAP basis, diluted earnings pe... 
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Feb.14.13Actavis Reaches Settlement with Mallinckrodt Over Exalgo® 32 mg Dosage Strength
PARSIPPANY, N.J, Feb. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today announced that it has reached a settlement with Mallinckrodt Inc. on outstanding patent litigation related to Actavis' generic version of the 32 mg dosage strength of Mallinckrodt's Exalgo® (Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Extended-Release) tablets.   In January of 2012, Actavis and Mallinckrodt previously settled litigation involving the 8 mg, 12 mg and 16 mg dosage strengths of the product.  Mallinckrodt filed it... 
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Feb.12.13Actavis, Inc. to Present at the RBC Capital Markets Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Actavis' President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the RBC Capital Markets Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at 3:35pm ET at The New York Palace in New York, NY. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Actavis' Investor Relations Web site at ... 
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Feb.01.13Actavis, Inc. to Host Fourth Quarter 2012 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), announced today that it intends to release fourth quarter 2012 financial results on Tuesday, February 19, 2013, prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets.  The Company will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 to discuss its financial results.  The dial-in number to access the call is US/Canada (877) 251-7980, International (706) 643-1573, and ... 
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Jan.31.13Actavis Confirms District Court Ruling In Generic Rapamune® Patent Suit
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of Delaware has found United States Patent No. 5,100,899 (the '899 Patent) valid and infringed by Actavis' generic version of Pfizer Inc.'s Rapamune® (sirolimus).  The Company said that it was reviewing the court's decision and would evaluate all available options, including an appeal. Rapamune® tablets are indicated for the prophylaxis of organ... 
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Jan.25.13Actavis Details Strategy for Continued Long-Term Growth
- 2012 Revenue Forecast to be Approximately $5.9 Billion - - 2012 Non-GAAP EPS Expected to be at the High-end of Previous Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT), formerly Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., today provides an in-depth look into the newly combined company's global commercial operations, diversified business structure and outlook for continued long-term growth during its fourth annual Investor Meeting in New York.  In conjunction ... 
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Jan.24.13Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is Now Actavis, Inc.
- Company Begins Trading as "ACT" - - Multi-year Rebranding Campaign Underway - - Redesigned Logo Celebrates Emergence as Global Pharmaceutical Leader - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced that the company has adopted Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) as its new global name and will today begin trading under a new symbol — ACT — on the New York Stock Exchange. The company first announced its intention to change its name last year, fo... 
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Jan.23.13Watson Confirms Opana® ER Patent Challenge
  PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that Actavis South Atlantic LLC, which was acquired by Watson in October, has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Oxymorphone Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets.  Actavis' ANDA product is a generic version of the currently marketed formulation of Endo Health Solutions' Opana® ER... 
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Jan.23.13Watson Acquires Uteron Pharma SA
- Expands Global Women's Health Franchise and Development Pipeline - - Enhances Watson Growth 2015+ - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Belgium-based Uteron Pharma SA for $150 million in cash up front, and up to $155 million in potential future milestone payments.  The acquisition of Uteron expands Watson's Global Brands pipeline of Women's Health products including two potenti... 
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Jan.11.13Watson To Host 2013 Investor Meeting January 25 In New York
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it will host an Investor Meeting on January 25, 2013 in New York.  The meeting will begin at 8:00 a.m. EST and will be webcast simultaneously. The meeting will be hosted by Watson's executive leadership team and will offer an in-depth look into the combined company following the acquisition of the Actavis Group.  ... 
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Jan.03.13Watson's Generic Lysteda® Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc. – Florida has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for tranexamic acid tablets, the generic equivalent to Ferring Pharmaceuticals' Lysteda®.   Watson intends to begin shipping the product immediately.  Lysteda® is indicated for the treatment of cyclic heavy menstrua... 
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Dec.28.12Watson Confirms Velcade® Patent Challenge
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that Actavis, Inc., which was acquired by Watson in October, has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market bortezomib.  Actavis' ANDA product is a generic version of Millennium Pharmaceuticals' Velcade ® (bortezomib), which is a proteasome inhibitor, for intravenous or subcutaneous administration, approved ... 
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Dec.21.12Watson to Present at the 31st Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 31st Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 7:30 am PST (10:30 am EST) at the Westin St. Francis Hotel, San Francisco, California. The presentation will be webcast live and can... 
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Dec.20.12Watson to Present at 2013 Goldman Sachs Healthcare CEOs Unscripted: A View from the Top
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2013 Goldman Sachs Healthcare CEOs Unscripted: A View from the Top conference on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 1:45 pm EST at the Goldman Sachs Conference Center in New York. The presentation will be webcast live... 
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Nov.14.12Watson to Present at the 2012 Piper Jaffray Health Care Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2012 Piper Jaffray Health Care Conference on Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at 11:00 am EST at the New York Palace Hotel in New York. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuti... 
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Nov.12.12Watson's Generic Revatio® Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc. has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Sildenafil Tablets, 20 mg, the generic equivalent to Pfizer's Revatio®.  Watson intends to begin shipping the product in the near future.  Revatio® is indicated for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertens... 
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Nov.06.12Watson to Present at the 2012 Annual Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2012 Annual Credit Suisse Health Care Conference on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 11:30 am MST (1:30 pm EST) at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel in Phoenix. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on... 
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Nov.06.12Watson to Present at the Jefferies 2012 Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Siggi Olafsson, Watson's President, Global Generics, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Jefferies 2012 Global Healthcare Conference on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 8:40 am GMT (3:40 am EST) in London, England. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Rel... 
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Nov.01.12Watson Third Quarter 2012 Non-GAAP Diluted EPS Increases 24% to $1.35; Net Revenue Increases 19% to $1.29 Billion
- GAAP Earnings of $0.60 per diluted share - - 18% Increase in Adjusted EBITDA - - Company Updates 2012 Forecast Including Actavis Acquisition - - Company Provides Preliminary 2013 Outlook - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net income for the third quarter 2012 increased 24.2 percent to $172.3 million or $1.35 per diluted share on a non-GAAP basis, compared to $138.7 million or $1.09 per diluted share in the th... 
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Oct.31.12Watson Announces Global Generics Management Team
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced the Global Generics management team, following the announcement of the completion of the acquisition of the Actavis Group for EUR 4.25 billion.  The combination creates the world's third largest generic pharmaceutical company, with anticipated pro forma combined 2012 revenues in excess of $8 billion.  "Since the announcement of our intention to acquire Actavis in April 2012, we have b... 
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Oct.31.12Watson Announces New Name -- Actavis -- for Global Operations
- Implementing Name Change in 2013 - - Redesigned Logo Captures Power of Global Combination - - Global Registration of Actavis in Place - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it will adopt a new global name – Actavis – effective in 2013. The Company said it will initiate a multi-year rebranding campaign for its facilities, operations and commercial presence, and will transition to trading under a new symbol on th... 
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Oct.31.12Watson Completes Actavis Acquisition
- Creates 3rd largest global generics company with presence in 60+ markets - - $8.0+ billion anticipated pro forma combined 2012 revenue - - Combined management structured to immediately maximize combination value - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the Actavis Group for EUR 4.25 billion.  The combination creates the world's third largest generic pharmaceutical company, with... 
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Oct.29.12Watson Announces Sale of Rugby OTC Product Trademark and Assets to Major Pharmaceuticals, a division of The Harvard Drug Group, LLC
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it has sold its Rugby over-the-counter ("OTC") pharmaceutical products and trademarks to The Harvard Drug Group, LLC, a leading distributor and provider of private label OTCs and generic prescription products, for approximately $117 million.  The transaction received clearance from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission  on October 19, 2012 und... 
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Oct.26.12Watson Confirms FDA Denies Appeal Related to Prochieve® NDA for the Prevention of Preterm Birth
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) denied the Company's Formal Dispute Resolution Request (FDRR) related to its pending New Drug Application (NDA) for Prochieve for the prevention of preterm birth in women with a short cervical length. The Company said it intends to review possible options related to the continued pursuit of the NDA.   Watson filed its FDRR in August of 2012... 
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Oct.26.12Watson Receives FDA Approval for Generic Actos®
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Watson has launched a generic version of Actos® (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride 15mg, 30mg and 45mg tablets) after receiving final approval today from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  Watson began shipping the product immediately. On August 15, 2012, Watson announced that it had filed suit against the FDA challenging the Agency's decision regarding Watson's entitlement to... 
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Oct.22.12Watson to Host Third Quarter 2012 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2012 financial results on November 1, 2012, prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets.  The Company will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on November 1, 2012 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's outlook for 2012.  The dial-... 
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Oct.22.12Watson Receives Favorable Court Decision Regarding Generic Actos® Approval
- Court Instructs FDA to Approve Watson's ANDA - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has granted summary judgment in favor of Watson and ordered the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve Watson's generic version of Actos® (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride 15mg, 30mg and 45mg tablets).   Watson plans to begin shipping the product immediately upon receipt of final ... 
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Oct.22.12Watson Sells Minority Shareholding Position in Moksha8; Expands Development and Commercialization Agreement
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has sold its minority ownership position in Moksha8, Inc. ("Moksha8"), a leading pharmaceutical company in Latin America, for approximately $47 million. Watson acquired a minority ownership stake in Moksha8 in 2010 after investing $30 million in the company as part of Moksha8's Series 3 financing. Watson also simultaneously announced that it is expanding its ongoing sales and ... 
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Oct.15.12Watson Receives FTC Clearance for Actavis Acquisition
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has voted to approve Watson's acquisition of the Actavis group of companies.  The unanimous vote in support of the transaction follows Watson's agreement to a proposed consent order, pursuant to which Watson has agreed to divest certain products as a condition to obtaining FTC approval.  The parties have now obtained all regulatory approvals require... 
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Oct.12.12Watson's Generic Sanctura XR® Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc. – Florida has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Trospium Chloride Extended-release Capsules, the generic equivalent to Allergan's Sanctura XR®. Watson intends to begin shipping the product immediately. Sanctura XR® is indicated for the treatment of overactive b... 
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Oct.12.12Watson's Generic Avapro® Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc. has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Irbesartan Tablets USP, 75 mg, 150 mg and 300 mg, the generic equivalent to Sanofi's Avapro®.  Watson intends to begin shipping the product immediately.  Avapro® is indicated for the treatment of hypertension when used ... 
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Oct.05.12Watson Receives Approval from European Commission for Pending Actavis Acquisition
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that the European Commission (EC) has approved the company's pending acquisition of the privately held Actavis Group. "Approval from the EC represents a significant milestone as we work toward the completion of the combination of Watson and Actavis later this year," said Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and CEO.  The transaction remains subject to regulatory approval in the United St... 
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Oct.01.12Watson Confirms Favorable District Court Ruling in Androgel® 1% Antitrust Litigation
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that on September 28, 2012, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia granted summary judgment in favor of Watson, and all other defendants, on all remaining claims in the pending antitrust lawsuit related to settlements of patent litigation concerning Androgel® 1% testosterone gel.  The court found that the plaintiffs' claims were unsustainable because the ... 
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Sep.27.12Watson Announces Offering of Senior Unsecured Notes
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it is offering approximately $3.75 billion aggregate principal amount of five, ten and thirty year senior unsecured notes in a registered public offering. Watson intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund a portion of the cash consideration for Watson's previously announced acquisition of the privately-held Actavis Group.  The senior unsecured notes offering is not... 
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Sep.27.12Watson Prices $3.9 Billion of Senior Unsecured Notes
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced the pricing of a debt offering of $1.2 billion of 1.875% senior notes due 2017, $1.7 billion of 3.250% senior notes due 2022 and $1.0 billion of 4.625% senior notes due 2042, for a total offering of $3.9 billion in aggregate principal amount.  The offering is expected to close on October 2, 2012, subject to market conditions and other factors. Watson intends to use the ... 
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Sep.21.12Watson Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tablets, USP 10 mg/500 mg Due to the Potential for Oversized and Superpotent Tablets
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Laboratories, Inc. today issued a voluntary nationwide recall for two lots of Hydrocodone Bitartrate and APAP Tablets, USP 10 mg/500 mg.  A customer complaint was received for tablets that were thicker and darker shade than the other tablets.  It is possible that some tablets from lots 519406A and 521759A exceed the weight specification and may contain higher than indicated amounts of the ingredients Hydrocodone Bitartrate and/or Acetam... 
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Aug.29.12Watson to Present at the 2012 Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2012 Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 10:25AM Eastern Time (3:25PM London Time) at Merrill Lynch Financial Center in London. The presentation will be ... 
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Aug.27.12Watson to Present at the Morgan Stanley 2012 Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Siggi Olafsson, Watson's President, Global Generics, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Morgan Stanley 2012 Global Healthcare Conference on Monday, September 10, 2012 at 10:00AM Eastern Time at the Grand Hyatt in New York, New York. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharma... 
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Aug.23.12Watson's Generic Lidoderm(R) Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for lidocaine topical patch 5%, the generic equivalent to Endo's Lidoderm®. Watson plans to launch the product in September of 2013 pursuant with its settlement agreement with Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. and beli... 
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Aug.20.12Watson Launches Generic Xopenex®
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has launched an authorized generic version of Xopenex® (levalbuterol HCl) Inhalation Solution as part of an agreement with Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Watson began shipping the product today. Xopenex® Inhalation Solution is indicated for the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in adults, adolescents, and children 6 years of age and older with reversible obstructive airway d... 
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Aug.15.12Watson Sues FDA Regarding Delay of Generic Actos® Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has filed suit against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) challenging the Agency's decision regarding Watson's entitlement to shared exclusivity for its generic version of Actos® (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride 15mg, 30mg and 45mg tablets).  As a result of FDA's decision, Watson's abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) could be delayed for up to six months.  Watson noted tha... 
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Aug.02.12Watson Applauds GPhA Study Demonstrating $1 Trillion in Prescription Drug Savings from Generic Medicines
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today applauded the publication of the fourth annual Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA) Generic Drug Savings Study demonstrating that the generic pharmaceutical industry has saved the U.S. healthcare system more than $1 trillion in the last decade. The study is available on the GPhA website: www.gphaonline.org. The study, based on an independent analysis of data by IMS Health — the world's leadi... 
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Aug.01.12Watson's Generic Version of Pulmicort RESPULES® Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Budesonide Inhalation Suspension 0.25mg/2mL and 0.5mg/2mL Unit-dose ampules, the generic equivalent to AstraZeneca's Pulmicort RESPULES®. Watson is currently involved in patent litigation with Astra... 
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Jul.30.12Watson Confirms Xopenex HFA® Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Levalbuterol Tartrate Inhalation Aerosol,0.045 mg/actuation. Watson's ANDA product is a generic version of Sunovion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s Xopenex HFA® which is indicated ... 
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Jul.30.12Watson Confirms Epiduo® Gel Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Epiduo® (adapalene and benzoyl peroxide) Gel, 0.1% / 2.5%. Watson's ANDA product is a generic version of Galderma Laboratories, L.P.  Epiduo® Gel is a topical ointment prescription... 
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Jul.26.12Watson Second Quarter 2012 Non-GAAP Diluted EPS Increases 41% to $1.42; Net Revenue Increases 25% to Over $1.3 Billion
- GAAP Earnings (Loss) of $(0.49) per share on Acquisition Charges - - 37% Increase in Adjusted EBITDA - - Company Updates 2012 Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net income for the second quarter 2012 increased 42 percent to $181.4 million or $1.42 per diluted share on a non-GAAP basis, compared to $127.9 million or $1.01 per diluted share in the second quarter 2011.  Net revenue increased 25 percent to $... 
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Jul.13.12Watson's Generic Version of Plan B One-Step® Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Next Choice™ ONE DOSE (Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg), the generic equivalent to Teva Women's Health's Plan B One-Step®. Watson plans to launch the product immediately. For the twelve months ending May 31, 20... 
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Jul.12.12Watson and Actavis Receive FTC Second Request
PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it has received a request for additional information from the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") in connection with Watson's pending acquisition of Actavis Group.  The information request was issued under notification requirements of the Hart.Scott Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended ("HSR Act").  The effec... 
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Jul.11.12Watson's Generic ARTHROTEC(R) Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc - Florida has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Diclofenac Sodium and Misoprostol Delayed-Release Tablets, the generic equivalent to G.D. Searle's ARTHROTEC®. Watson plans to launch the product in the fourth quarter of 2012. For the twelve months ending M... 
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Jul.05.12Watson to Host Second Quarter 2012 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2012 financial results on Thursday, July 26, 2012 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets.  The Company will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on July 26, 2012 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's outlook for 2012.  The di... 
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Jun.25.12Watson Confirms Pristiq® Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Desvenlafaxine Succinate Extended-release Tablets, 50 mg and 100 mg.  Watson's ANDA product is a generic version of Pfizer's Pristiq®, which is indicate... 
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Jun.25.12Watson Announces Completion of New $1.8 Billion Term Loan Facility
In the news release, Watson Announces Completion of New $1.8 Billion Term Loan Facility, issued 25-Jun-2012 by Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the first paragraph, first sentence, should read "Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has entered into a new senior unsecured term loan facility in an aggregate principal amount of $1.8 billion" rather than "Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it h... 
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Jun.18.12Watson Confirms Favorable Appeals Court Decision in Sanctura XR® Patent Suit
PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has affirmed the United States District Court for the District of Delaware's March 31, 2012 decision that the asserted claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 7,410,978; 7,759,359; 7,781,448; 7,781,449 and 7,763,635 relating to Sanctura XR® (trospium chloride extended-release capsules) are invalid. Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Application ... 
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May.29.12Watson Announces Lidoderm® Patent Challenge Settlement
- Provides Select Distribution of Endo's Branded Lidoderm® Product Beginning January 1, 2013 - - Allows Launch of Watson Lidocaine Patch on September 15, 2013 if Approved by FDA - - Adds significant exclusive value to both 2013 and 2014; removes uncertainty - PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has entered into an agreement with Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Teikoku Seiy... 
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May.29.12Watson to Present at Goldman Sachs Global Healthcare Conference 2012
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty global pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Goldman Sachs Global Healthcare Conference 2012 on Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at 8:00AM Pacific Time at the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California.  The presentation will be webcast live and can be... 
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May.25.12Watson to Present at the Jefferies 2012 Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty global pharmaceutical company, announced today that Siggi Olafsson, Watson's President of Global Generics, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Jefferies 2012 Global Healthcare Conference on Monday, June 4, 2012 at 11:00AM Eastern Time at the Grand Hyatt in New York, New York.  The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed o... 
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May.24.12Watson Confirms Testim® Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Testosterone Gel, 1%. Watson's 1% testosterone gel product is a generic version of Auxilium Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s Testim® 1%. Testim®1% is indicated for testosterone replacement t... 
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May.18.12Watson Confirms Lo Loestrin® Fe Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Norethindrone Acetate/Ethinyl Estradiol and Ethinyl Estradiol and Ferrous Fumarate Tablets,1 mg/0.01 mg and 0.01 mg and 75 mg. Watson's ANDA product is a generic versi... 
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May.18.12Watson to Present at the Sanford C. Bernstein 28th Annual Strategic Decisions Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty global pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Sanford C. Bernstein 28th Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at 4:00PM Eastern Time at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York, New York.  The presentation will be webcast live ... 
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May.09.12Watson Announces Formation of Global Integration Management Office to Support Pending Actavis Acquisition
- Marc Lehnen, Ph.D., Named Senior Vice President, Global Integration Management PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has created a Global Integration Management Office, reporting directly to Paul M. Bisaro, President and Chief Executive Officer, and focusing on planning and implementing the integration of Actavis, following the announcement of Watson's intention to acquire the Zug, Switzerland-based company.  Marc Le... 
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May.09.12Watson Confirms Lialda® Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Mesalamine Delayed-release Tablets, 1.2g. Watson's ANDA product is a generic version of Shire Development LLC's Lialda®. Shire Development LLC, Shir... 
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May.04.12Watson Names Lisa DeFrancesco Vice President, Global Investor Relations
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Lisa M. DeFrancesco has been promoted to the position of Vice President, Global Investor Relations, effective immediately.  In this position, Ms. DeFrancesco reports to Charles Mayr, Chief Communications Officer – Global.  She succeeds Patricia Eisenhaur, who is leaving Watson on June 1, 2012. In this position, Ms. DeFrancesco is responsible for Watson's proactive global investor re... 
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May.04.12Watson to Present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2012 Health Care Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty global pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2012 Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 10:00 AM Pacific Time at the Encore at the Wynn in Las Vegas, Nevada. The presentation will be webcast live and can be ... 
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May.01.12Watson Pharmaceuticals To Webcast Annual Meeting Of Stockholders On May 11, 2012
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI)  announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2012 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday, May 11, 2012 beginning at 9:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time.  As part of the meeting, Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business. The webcast can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Rela... 
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Apr.30.12Watson First Quarter 2012 Non-GAAP EPS Increases 84% to $1.64; Net Revenue Increases 74% to $1.5 Billion
- GAAP EPS $0.43, Compared to $0.36 Q1 2011 - - 70% Increase in Adjusted EBITDA - - Company Updates 2012 Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net income for the first quarter 2012 increased 87 percent to $208.8 million or $1.64 per diluted share on a non-GAAP basis, compared to $111.9 million or $0.89 per diluted share in the first quarter 2011.  On a GAAP basis, net revenue increased 74 percent to $1.5 bil... 
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Apr.27.12Watson Announces Restructuring of Senior Leadership to Support Expanded Global Businesses
- Sigurdur Oli Olafsson Named President, Global Generics - G. Frederick Wilkinson Named President, Global Brands - Robert A. Stewart Named President, Global Operations - David A. Buchen Named Chief Legal Officer - Global - R. Todd Joyce Named Chief Financial Officer - Global - Charles M. Mayr Named Chief Communications Officer - Global - Patrick J. Eagan Named Senior Vice President Human Resources - Global PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 27, 2... 
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Apr.26.12Watson and Antares Announce the Introduction of Gelnique 3%(TM), for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder
Gelnique 3%(TM) Available in US Pharmacies Beginning April 26 -- PARSIPPANY, N.J. and EWING, N.J., April 26, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) and Antares Pharma, Inc. (NYSE Amex: AIS) today announced the launch of Gelnique 3%(TM) (oxybutynin) gel 3%, for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency and frequency. Gelnique 3%(TM) is a clear, odorless topical gel that has been shown to be an effective and ... 
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Apr.25.12Video: Watson to Acquire Actavis Group for EUR4.25 Billion
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Apr 25, 2012, 2012 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) --- Creates 3rd largest global generics company - - ~$8.0 billion anticipated pro forma combined revenue in 2012 - - Significantly increases scale of Watson's ex-U.S. generic business - - Accelerates revenue and earnings growth - - Immediately accretive to non-GAAP earnings, before synergies - - Greater than $300 million annual synergies anticipated within 3 years - - Strong combined cash flow allows for rapid pa... 
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Apr.25.12Watson to Acquire Actavis Group for EUR4.25 Billion
- Creates 3rd largest global generics company - - $8.0 billion anticipated pro forma combined revenue in 2012 - - Significantly increases scale of Watson's ex-U.S. generic business - - Accelerates revenue and earnings growth - - Immediately accretive to non-GAAP earnings, before synergies - - Greater than $300 million annual synergies anticipated within 3 years - - Strong combined cash flow allows for rapid pay-down of debt - - Additional earnout contingent on Actavis 2012 performance -... 
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Apr.20.12Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss First Quarter 2012 Earnings
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its first quarter 2012 financial results on Monday, April 30, 2012 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on April 30, 2012 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's outlook for 2... 
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Apr.19.12Watson Confirms Glumetza® Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 19, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets USP, 1000 mg. Watson's Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets are a generic version of Depomed, Inc.'s... 
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Apr.19.12Watson Launches Generic FORTAMET(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 19, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has launched an authorized generic version of FORTAMET® (metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets) as part of an agreement with Shionogi, Inc. Watson began shipping the product today. FORTAMET® is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to lower blood glucose for patients 17 years of age or older. For the most recent twelve months ending February 28, 2012, F... 
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Apr.10.12Watson's Generic VANCOCIN® HCl Capsules Receive FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Vancomycin Hydrochloride Capsules, USP, 125 mg and 250 mg, generic versions of ViroPharma Incorporated's VANCOCIN® HCl capsules. Watson began shipping the products immediately. VANCOCIN® HCl capsules had to... 
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Apr.03.12Watson Confirms LUMIGAN(R) and LATISSE(R) Patent Challenges
- Paragraph IV Litigations Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution, 0.01% and Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution, 0.03%. Watson's ANDA products are generic versions of Allergan, Inc.'s LUMIGAN® 0.01% and LATISSE® produ... 
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Apr.03.12Watson Confirms Favorable District Court Ruling in Generic Sanctura XR® Patent Suit
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of Delaware has ruled that the asserted claims of United States Patent Nos. 7,410,978 (the '978 Patent), 7,759,359 (the '359 Patent), 7,781,448 (the '448 Patent), 7,781,449 (the '449 Patent) and 7,763,635 (the '635 Patent) for Sanctura XR® (trospium chloride extended-release capsules) are invalid.  Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Applic... 
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Mar.20.12Watson's Generic BONIVA® 150mg Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc. has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Ibandronate 150mg tablets, the generic equivalent to Roche's BONIVA® tablets. Watson intends to begin shipping the product in the second quarter. BONIVA® 150mg tablets had total U.S. sales of approximately $510 million ... 
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Mar.19.12Watson Confirms NIASPAN(R) Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. – Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Niacin Extended-release Tablets, 500 mg and 1000 mg. Watson's ANDA products are generic versions of Abbott Laboratories' NIASPAN®. Abbott Laboratories and Abbott Res... 
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Mar.14.12Watson Confirms BYSTOLIC(R) Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Nebivolol Hydrochloride Tablets, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg. Watson's ANDA product is a generic version of Forest Laboratories' BYSTOLIC®, which is a beta-adrenergic blocking a... 
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Mar.12.12Watson Announces Initiation of Esmya(R) U.S. Phase 3 Clinical Trial
- Trial Underway for Women with Uterine Fibroids - - Canadian New Drug Submission Planned by Mid 2012 Based on EU Clinical Data - PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced it has initiated its Phase 3 trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Esmya® (ulipristal acetate) in women with anemia associated with uterine leiomyomas, a medical condition often referred to as uterine fibroids (myomas).  Leiomyomata ar... 
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Mar.02.12Watson Launches Generic PROMETRIUM(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that Watson has launched an authorized generic version of PROMETRIUM® (progesterone, USP) Capsules 100mg and 200mg, as part of an agreement with Abbott Laboratories. Watson began shipping the product today. PROMETRIUM® Capsules are indicated for use in the prevention of endometrial hyperplasia in non hysterectomized postmenopausal women who are receiving conjugated estrogen tablets. They ... 
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Mar.01.12Watson to Present at the Barclays Capital 2012 Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Barclays Capital 2012 Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 8:30 am Eastern Time at the Loews Miami Hotel in Miami, Florida.  The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Wat... 
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Feb.27.12Watson Receives Complete Response Letter from FDA for Progesterone Vaginal Gel 8%
PARSIPPANY and LIVINGSTON, N.J., Feb. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) and Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX) today confirmed that, as expected, Watson has received a complete response letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its New Drug Application (NDA 22-139) for progesterone vaginal gel 8% for use in the reduction of risk of preterm birth in women with a singleton gestation and a short uterine cervical length in the mid-trimest... 
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Feb.22.12Watson to Present at the 2012 RBC Capital Markets' Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2012 RBC Capital Markets' Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 10:00 am Eastern Time at The New York Palace in New York, New York.  The presentation will be webcast live and can be a... 
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Feb.16.12Watson to Present at the Citi 2012 Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Citi 2012 Global Healthcare Conference on Monday, February 27, 2012 at 11:30 am Eastern Time at The Waldorf Astoria in New York, New York.  The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed... 
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Feb.14.12Watson Full Year 2011 Net Revenue Increases 29% to $4.58 Billion;
- Full Year 2011 Non-GAAP EPS Increases 39% To $4.77; GAAP EPS $2.06 - - Fourth Quarter 2011 Net Revenue $1.54 Billion - - Fourth Quarter 2011 Non-GAAP EPS $1.77; GAAP EPS $0.75 - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net revenue increased 62 percent to $1.5 billion for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2011, compared to $952.7 million in the fourth quarter 2010. On a non-GAAP basis, net income for the fourth quarte... 
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Feb.13.12Columbia Laboratories Transfers NDA for Progesterone Vaginal Gel 8% to Watson Pharmaceuticals
LIVINGSTON, N.J. and PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb.13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX), and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that Columbia has transferred the new drug application for progesterone vaginal gel 8% for use in the reduction of risk of preterm birth in women with a singleton gestation and a short uterine cervical length in the mid-trimester of pregnancy (NDA 22-139) to Watson.   Watson has full rights and regulatory r... 
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Feb.10.12Watson Confirms Beyaz(R) Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Drospirenone and Ethinyl Estradiol and Levomefolate Calcium Tablets, 3.0 mg/0.02 mg/0.451 mg and Levomefolate Calcium Tablets, 0.451 mg. Watson's ANDA product is ... 
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Feb.08.12Watson Reaches Settlement With Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Over ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN(R) LO
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has reached a settlement with Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (formerly Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) on outstanding patent litigation related to Watson's generic version of Janssen's ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO (norgestimate/ethinyl estradiol) tablets.  Janssen filed its lawsuit on October 16, 2008 in the United States District Court fo... 
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Feb.03.12Watson Provides Update on Generic Lidoderm® Application
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to investment community speculation following release of the transcript of a pre-trial conference call related to its Lidoderm® patent challenge, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today issued the following statement: "Watson's abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) for a generic version of Lidoderm remains on track. We believe questions related to the site where a biostudy supporting the ANDA was conducted have been addre... 
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Jan.30.12Watson Announces New Jersey-Based Global R&D Technology Center
- New Facility to Support Generic Pharmaceutical Product Development; Employ Approximately 50 Scientists, Chemists, Engineers, and Support Staff - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced plans to establish a Global R&D Technology Center in North Brunswick, New Jersey.  The Company has signed a lease for a 32,000-square-foot facility at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's Technology Centre of New J... 
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Jan.30.12Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss Fourth Quarter 2011 Earnings
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its fourth quarter 2011 financial results on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets.  The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on February 14, 2012 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company... 
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Jan.26.12Watson Reaches Settlement with Mallinckrodt Over Exalgo(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc.- Florida has reached a settlement with Mallinckrodt Inc. on outstanding patent litigation related to Watson's generic versions of Mallinckrodt's Exalgo® (Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Extended-Release ) tablets.  Mallinckrodt filed its lawsuit on December 10, 2010 in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey following Wats... 
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Jan.26.12Watson Confirms Court Stays Preliminary Injunction
- Permits Launch of Generic LOVENOX® - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today confirmed that the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has granted Watson and Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc's request for a stay of the preliminary injunction preventing the companies from marketing or selling Amphastar's Enoxaparin Sodium Injection, a generic equivalent to Sanofi-aventis' LOVENOX®.  The Federal Circuit's Or... 
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Jan.24.12Watson Announces Preliminary 2011 Non-GAAP Earnings of $4.75-$4.77
- Preliminary Net Revenues Climb Approximately 28% to Approximately $4.57 Billion - - Company Discusses Strategic Rationale for Ascent Acquisition and Advisory Committee Action Related to Progesterone Gel 8% - - Provides 2012-2013 Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced preliminary 2011 non-GAAP earnings per share of $4.75-$4.77, a 39 percent increase over 2010 full year earnings during its third annual Invest... 
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Jan.24.12Watson Acquires Ascent Pharmahealth for AU$375 Million
- Watson Becomes 5th Largest Generic Pharmaceutical Company in Australia; Builds on Existing Watson Assets - Positions Watson as Largest Generics Company in Singapore with Broad Portfolio and Sales Organization - Gains an Established Presence in Southeast Asia with Footprint in Malaysia, Hong Kong, Vietnam and Thailand PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced that it has acquired Ascent Pharmahealth Ltd, the Australia and South... 
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Jan.20.12FDA Advisory Committee Declines to Recommend Approval of Progesterone Vaginal Gel 8% for the Reduction of Risk of Preterm Birth in Women with Short Uterine Cervical Length
- Preterm birth is a significant and costly problem, affecting one in eight live-born infants in the U.S.; premature cervical shortening is strong risk predictor - LIVINGSTON and PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX), and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today confirmed that the Advisory Committee for Reproductive Health Drugs of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) did not recommend approval of pro... 
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Jan.18.12Watson Launches Generic Yaz(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Watson Pharma, Inc. has launched Vestura(TM) (3 mg drospirenone and 0.02 mg ethinyl estradiol), a generic version of Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s Yaz(R) oral contraceptive product.  Watson began shipping the product today. Watson's Vestura(TM) is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy and for the treatment of moderate acne in women at least 14 yea... 
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Jan.12.12Watson to Host Investor Meeting January 24 in New York City
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it will host an Investor Meeting on January 24, 2012 in New York City. The meeting will begin at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time and will be simultaneously webcast. At the meeting, the Company plans to provide a preliminary update on 2011 achievements as well as a business outlook for 2012 and beyond. Paul Bisaro, Watson's Presid... 
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Dec.28.11Watson to Present at the 30th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 30th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 7:30 am Pacific Standard Time (10:30 am Eastern Standard Time) at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco, California. T... 
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Dec.22.11Watson to Present at Goldman Sachs Healthcare CEOs Unscripted: A View from the Top
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at Goldman Sachs Healthcare CEOs Unscripted: A View from the Top on Thursday, January 5, 2012 at 1:45 pm Eastern Time at the Goldman Sachs Conference Center in New York, New York. The presentation will... 
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Dec.19.11Amgen and Watson Announce Collaboration to Develop and Commercialize Oncology Biosimilars
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. and PARISIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 19, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --  Amgen (NASDAQ: AMGN) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that they will collaborate to develop and commercialize, on a worldwide basis, several oncology antibody biosimilar medicines. This collaboration reflects the shared belief that the development and commercialization of biosimilar products will not follow a pure brand or generic model, and will require significant expe... 
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Dec.08.11Antares' Oxybutynin Gel Product Approved by FDA for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder
-- Novel Formulation Provides Convenience, Efficacy and Excellent Tolerability -- Watson to Launch Product in Spring 2012 -- PARSIPPANY, N.J. and EWING, N.J., Dec. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI)  and Antares Pharma, Inc. (NYSE Amex: AIS) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Antares' topical oxybutynin gel 3% product for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incont... 
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Dec.07.11Watson Launches Generic LoSEASONIQUE(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that under a settlement with Teva Women's Health, Watson has launched Amethia® Lo (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol (0.1mg/0.02mg) and ethinyl estradiol (0.01mg)) tablets, the generic equivalent of Teva Women's Health, Inc.'s LoSEASONIQUE®. Amethia® Lo tablets are indicated for the prevention of pregnancy. Terms of the settlement were not disclosed. As a "first applicant" to s... 
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Nov.30.11Watson Launches Generic LIPITOR(R)
- Largest generic product launch in US history - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has launched an authorized generic version of LIPITOR® (atorvastatin calcium tablets) as part of an exclusive agreement with Pfizer Inc.  Watson began shipping the product today.  LIPITOR® is indicated as an adjunct to diet to reduce elevated total cholesterol, LDL, triglycerides and to ... 
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Nov.29.11Watson's Generic Yaz(R) Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 29, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application for Vestura(TM) (3 mg drospirenone and 0.02 mg ethinyl estradiol), a generic version of Bayer's Yaz(R) oral contraceptive product.  Watson is currently involved in patent litigation with Bayer concerning this product.  Yaz(R... 
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Nov.21.11Watson to Present at the 2011 Piper Jaffray Health Care Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2011 Piper Jaffray Health Care Conference on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 9:30 am EST at the New York Palace Hotel in New York. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceutic... 
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Nov.16.11Watson Wins Kentucky Drug Pricing Litigation
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that a jury in the drug pricing litigation trial in the Kentucky Circuit Court for Franklin County rendered a verdict in favor of Watson on all counts in the litigation. Beginning in July 2002, the Company and certain of its subsidiaries, as well as numerous other pharmaceutical companies, were named as defendants in various states and federal court actions including the case decided to... 
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Nov.10.11Columbia Laboratories and Watson Pharmaceuticals Confirm FDA Advisory Committee to Review Preterm Birth NDA
Advisory Committee for Reproductive Health Drugs Meeting Scheduled for January 20, 2012 LIVINGSTON, N.J. and PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX), and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today confirmed that the Advisory Committee for Reproductive Health Drugs of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is scheduled to review Columbia's New Drug Application (NDA) for progesterone vaginal gel for the reduction of risk of ... 
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Nov.10.11Watson' Launches Generic Kadian(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for morphine sulfate extended-release capsules USP, the generic equivalent of Actavis' Kadian®. Watson began shipping the product today. Kadian® is indicated to manage moderate to severe pain that continues around-the-clock and is expected to last f... 
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Nov.10.11Watson Confirms Exelon(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market rivastigmine transdermal system patches, 4.6 mg/24 hr and 9.5 mg/24 hr. Watson's rivastigmine transdermal system patch is a generic version of Novartis' Exelon(R) Patch. Ex... 
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Nov.10.11Watson Confirms Appeals Court Decision Rejecting Teva's Motion to Enjoin Watson's Sales of Generic SEASONIQUE®
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed the district court's June 16, 2011 denial of Duramed Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s request for a preliminary injunction to prevent Watson from selling generic SEASONIQUE® (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol (0.15 mg/0.03 mg) and ethinyl estradiol (0.01 mg)). Watson launched Amethia(TM) (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradio... 
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Nov.01.11Watson Third Quarter 2011 Net Revenue Climbs 23% to $1.1 Billion; Non-GAAP Diluted EPS of $1.09; GAAP Diluted EPS of $0.54
- 31% Increase in Non-GAAP Net Income - - 22% Increase in Adjusted EBITDA - - Company Increases Full Year 2011 Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net revenue of $1.1 billion for the third quarter ended September 30, 2011, an increase of 23 percent when compared to $882.4 million in the third quarter 2010. On a non-GAAP basis, net income for the third quarter 2011 increased 31 percent to $138.7 million o... 
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Oct.28.11Watson Confirms Court Grants Preliminary Injunction Preventing Launch of Generic LOVENOX®
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 28, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts has granted Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sandoz Inc.'s request for a preliminary injunction preventing Watson and Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from marketing or selling Amphastar's Enoxaparin Sodium Injection, a generic equivalent to Sanofi-aventis' LOVENOX®. The Company said that it was reviewing the ... 
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Oct.28.11Watson to Present at the 2011 Annual Credit Suisse Health Care Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 28, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2011 Annual Credit Suisse Health Care Conference on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 8:00 am MST (10:00 am EST) at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel in Phoenix. The presentation will be webcast live and can be acce... 
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Oct.21.11FDA Approves Watson's Androderm® (testosterone transdermal system) 2 mg/day and 4 mg/day
New formulation represents 20% reduction in active ingredient; smaller patch size - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 21, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved its Androderm® (testosterone transdermal system) 2 mg and 4 mg formulation. The new smaller size and lower-dose testosterone patch provides highly effective testosterone administration with a 20 percent reduction in the active ingredient ... 
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Oct.17.11Watson Confirms Atelvia(TM) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Risedronate Sodium Delayed-release Tablets, 35 mg. Watson's Risedronate Sodium Delayed-release Tablets are a generic version of Warner Chilcott (US), LLC's Atelvi... 
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Oct.14.11Watson Confirms Daytrana(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Methylphenidate Transdermal System, 10 mg/9 hrs, 15 mg/9 hrs, 20 mg/9 hrs, and 30 mg/9 hrs. Watson's Methylphenidate Transdermal System products are generic versions of Nov... 
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Oct.08.11Watson Provides Update on District Court Order Concerning Generic Version of LOVENOX®
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts has granted a request by Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sandoz Inc. for a temporary restraining order (TRO) preventing Watson and Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from marketing or selling Amphastar's Enoxaparin Sodium Injection product, a generic equivalent to Sanofi-aventis' LOVENOX®. The temporary restraini... 
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Oct.07.11Watson Confirms EMBEDA(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Morphine Sulfate and Naltrexone Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules 30 mg/1.2 mg, 50 mg/2 mg, 60 mg/2.4 mg, 80 mg/3.2 mg, and 100 mg/4 mg. Watson's Morphine Su... 
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Oct.07.11Watson Confirms District Court Order Concerning Generic Version of LOVENOX(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts has granted a request by Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sandoz Inc. for a temporary restraining order (TRO) preventing Watson and Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from marketing or selling Amphastar's Enoxaparin Sodium Injection product, a generic equivalent to Sanofi-aventis' LOVENOX®. The temporary restraini... 
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Sep.26.11Watson Launches Generic FEMCON(R) Fe
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has launched Norethindrone and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets (Chewable), 0.4 mg/0.035 mg and Ferrous Fumarate Tablets (Chewable), 75 mg, a generic version of Warner Chilcott's FEMCON(R) Fe. Watson began shipping the product today. FEMCON(R) Fe is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use this product as a method of contraception. For the most rece... 
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Sep.23.11Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss Third Quarter 2011 Earnings
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading integrated global pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2011 financial results on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on November 1, 2011 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's ... 
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Sep.22.11Watson Confirms Amphastar Patent Lawsuit
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sandoz Inc. have filed suit against Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Watson on September 21, 2011 in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. The suit alleges that Amphastar's Enoxaparin Sodium Injection product, which Watson has the exclusive right to distribute in the U.S. retail pharmacy channel, infringes Mom... 
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Sep.22.11Watson to Present at the Jefferies 2011 Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Siggi Olafsson, Watson's Executive Vice President, Global Generics, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Jefferies 2011 Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at 9:20 am BST (4:20 am EDT) in London, England. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharm... 
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Sep.19.11Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Approval of Amphastar's Generic LOVENOX(R)
Fourth Quarter Launch Planned- PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 19, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") approval of its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Enoxaparin Sodium Injection in the 100mg/mL and 150mg/mL strengths. Enoxaparin Sodium Injection is the generic equivalent to Sanofi-aventis' LOVENOX®, and is a low molecular weight heparin indica... 
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Sep.13.11Watson Launches Generic Keppra XR®
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. has launched Levetiracetam Extended-Release 500 mg and 750 mg tablets, the generic version of UCB, Inc.'s Keppra XR® following approval of its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Watson has begun shipping the product today. Keppra XR® is indicated to treat partial onset seizures in ... 
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Sep.01.11Watson to Present at the 2011 Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2011 Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Healthcare Conference on Thursday, September 15, 2011 at 8:55 am BST (3:55 am EDT) at Merrill Lynch Financial Center, London. The presentation will be webcast live ... 
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Aug.30.11Watson to Present at the 2011 Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 30, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2011 Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 1:35 pm Eastern Time at the Grand Hyatt New York in New York City. The presentation will be webcast live and can be access... 
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Aug.11.11Watson's Anda Distribution to Build 234,000 sq ft Pharmaceutical Warehouse and Distribution Facility in Olive Branch, DeSoto County, MS
Credits Partnership with Governor, Mississippi Development Authority In Decision to Invest $23.5 Million in Facility; Create Approximately 70 Jobs PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its Anda Distribution division will construct a 234,000 square foot, state-of-the-art pharmaceutical distribution facility in Olive Branch, DeSoto County, MS. The Company said the facility, which is expected to begin operation in... 
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Aug.10.11Watson's Rosuvastatin Zinc Tablets Receive Tentative FDA Approval
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received tentative approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its rosuvastatin zinc 5, 10, 20 and 40 mg tablets. Watson's rosuvastatin zinc tablets are a new salt form of AstraZeneca's Crestor® (rosuvastatin calcium) tablets. On July 15, 2010, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed a New Drug Application (N... 
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Jul.28.11Watson Launches Generic Seasonique(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 28, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has launched Amethia(TM) (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol (0.15 mg/0.03 mg) and ethinyl estradiol (0.01 mg)), the generic equivalent of Duramed Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s Seasonique(R). Watson began shipping the product today, following a denial by the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit of a request for a temporary inj... 
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Jul.26.11Watson Second Quarter 2011 Net Revenue Exceeds $1 Billion; Non-GAAP EPS of $1.01
- 24% Increase in Net Revenue and Non-GAAP Net Income - - 17% Increase in Adjusted EBITDA - - Company Increases Full Year 2011 Revenue and Earnings Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 26, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net revenue of $1.1 billion for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011, an increase of 24 percent when compared to $875.3 million in the second quarter 2010. On a non-GAAP basis, net income for the second quarter 2011 incr... 
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Jul.26.11Watson Enters into Agreement to Acquire Products Related to Perrigo's Acquisition of Paddock Laboratories
PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 26, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced a definitive agreement to acquire a portfolio of generic pharmaceutical products that are being divested as a result of the merger between Perrigo Company and Paddock Laboratories. The portfolio consists of six products, including four FDA-approved products and two undisclosed development-stage products. Commercialized products in the portfolio include: Ciclopirox shampoo 1% ... 
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Jul.22.11Watson Confirms JALYN(TM) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 22, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market dutasteride and tamsulosin hydrochloride capsules. Watson's dutasteride and tamsulosin hydrochloride capsules are a generic version of GlaxoSmithKline's JALYN(TM)... 
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Jul.11.11Watson and Antares Announce Exclusive License Agreement for Antares' Oxybutynin Gel Product (Anturol(R))
Late Stage Development Product Further Extends Watson's Overactive Bladder Portfolio -- PARSIPPANY, N.J. and EWING, N.J., July 11, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --  Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) and Antares Pharma, Inc. (NYSE Amex: AIS) today announced an exclusive licensing agreement for Watson to commercialize Antares' topical oxybutynin gel product in the U.S. and Canada. A New Drug Application for the oxybutynin gel product is currently under review by the Food and Drug Admi... 
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Jul.07.11Watson Confirms Favorable Appeals Court Decision in Mucinex(R) Patent Suit
PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has affirmed the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida's February 2011 decision that Watson's generic versions of Mucinex(R) (Guaifenesin), Mucinex(R) D (Pseudoephedrine/Guaifenesin), and Mucinex(R) DM (Dextromethorphan HBr/ Guaifenesin) Extended-Release products do not infringe U.S. Patent No... 
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Jul.07.11Watson Confirms Vyvanse(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules. Watson's lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules are a generic version of Shire LLC's Vyvanse®. Vyvanse® is a prescription medicine for th... 
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Jun.30.11Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss Second Quarter 2011 Earnings
PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading integrated global pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2011 financial results on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on July 26, 2011 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's outloo... 
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Jun.27.11Columbia Laboratories' NDA for PROCHIEVE(R) Vaginal Progesterone Gel Accepted for Filing by FDA
LIVINGSTON, N.J. and MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 27, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for filing Columbia's New Drug Application (NDA) for PROCHIEVE(R) (progesterone gel) for the reduction of risk of preterm birth in women with short uterine cervical length in the mid-trimester of pregnancy. The acceptance of the NDA for filing means FDA ... 
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Jun.22.11Watson Announces Expansion of Salt Lake City, Utah Pharmaceutical R&D and Manufacturing Facility
Governor Gary R. Herbert Participates in Ground Breaking Ceremony - SALT LAKE CITY, June 22, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today formally announced an approximately $44 million expansion of its Salt Lake City, Utah, Watson Laboratories, Inc. site. This facility is Watson's state-of-the-art pharmaceutical research, development and manufacturing facility for transdermal patches and topical gels. Governor Gary R. Herbert toured the facility and partic... 
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Jun.20.11Watson to Present at 2011 Wells Fargo Securities Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 20, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Siggi Olafsson, Executive Vice President, Global Generics, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2011 Wells Fargo Securities Healthcare Conference on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 8:00am Eastern Time at the InterContinental Boston in Boston, Massachusetts. The presentation will be webcast live and can be ... 
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Jun.20.11Watson Confirms AVODART(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 20, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Dutasteride Capsules, 0.5 mg. Watson's Dutasteride Capsules product is a generic version of GlaxoSmithKline's AVODART(R), which is indicated for the treatment of sy... 
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Jun.17.11Watson Confirms Court Decision Rejecting Teva's Motion to Prevent Launch of Generic SEASONIQUE(R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading integrated global pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of Nevada denied Duramed Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s request for a preliminary injunction and request for a temporary restraining order preventing Watson's launch of generic SEASONIQUE® (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol (0.15 mg/0.03 mg) and ethinyl estradiol (0.01 mg). The compan... 
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Jun.17.11Watson's Nabumetone Tablets Receive FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Nabumetone Tablets USP, 500 mg and 750 mg. Watson expects to launch the product shortly. Nabumetone had total U.S. sales of $58 million for the twelve months ending April 30, 2011, according to IMS Health. Nabumetone is indicated for the relief of... 
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Jun.14.11Watson Confirms Pataday(TM) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 14, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Olopatadine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.2%. Watson's Olopatadine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.2% is a generic version of Alcon, Inc.'s Pataday(TM) ... 
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Jun.07.11Watson's Generic Lybrel(R) Receives FDA Approval
PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, USP, 0.09 mg/0.02 mg, the generic equivalent to Pfizer's Lybrel® tablets. Watson expects to launch the product shortly. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100121/LA41294LOGO ) Lybrel® had tota... 
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Jun.02.11Watson Confirms Viagra(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 2, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Sildenafil Citrate Tablets, 25, 50 and 100 mg. Watson's Sildenafil Citrate tablets are a generic version of Pfizer Inc.'s Viagra®, which is indicated for the treatment of ere... 
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Jun.01.11Watson to Present at the Goldman Sachs 32nd Annual Global Healthcare Conference
PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 1, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2011 Goldman Sachs 32nd Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at 11:00am Eastern Time at the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. The presentation will be webcast liv... 
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May.25.11Watson Acquires Specifar Pharmaceuticals
- Adds Leading Pan-European Generic Development Business - Enhances Watson's Commercial Capabilities in Key European Markets By Providing a Portfolio of Approved Products - Expands Watson's Commercial Presence into EUR 6 Billion Greek Market - Expected to be Immediately Accretive to Non-GAAP Earnings - Esomeprazole Tablets in Development for International Markets Offers Upside Potential - Adds Experienced European Management Team as well as Flexibility and Capabilities to Watson's Global ... 
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May.17.11Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces New Research Showing RAPAFLO(R) (silodosin) Improves Outcomes for Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome
- Treatment Reduces Symptoms and Improves Quality of Life - - RAPAFLO(R) demonstrated significant response in men with moderate to severe CP/CPPS - WASHINGTON, May 17, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --New data presented today show that RAPAFLO(R) (silodosin) significantly reduced symptoms of moderate to severe chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). In the study presented at the annual meeting of the American Urological Association, RAPAFLO(R) also significantly improved u... 
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May.16.11Watson Launches Generic AMRIX (R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 16, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Pharma, Inc., has launched an authorized generic version of AMRIX® (Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride Extended-Release Capsules) 15 mg and 30 mg, as part of an agreement with Anesta AG, a subsidiary of Cephalon, Inc. AMRIX is approved for use along with rest and physical therapy to help control muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal condi... 
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May.02.11Watson Launches Generic Concerta (R)
PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 2, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has launched an authorized generic version of Concerta® (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release tablets) as part of an exclusive agreement with Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OMJPI). Watson began shipping the product today. Concerta is approved for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in... 
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May.02.11Watson's Generess(TM) Fe, Unique, Low-Dose Oral Contraceptive Launched
"I am Generess(TM)" Companion Program Features Patient Cost Savings, Women's Charity Donation - PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 2, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced the U.S. commercial launch of Generess(TM) Fe (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol chewable tablets and ferrous fumarate chewable tablets) 0.8 mg/25 mcg, a new low-dose oral contraceptive option that's highly effective at preventing pregnancy and proven to provide users with short, lig... 
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Apr.29.11Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 13th
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 29, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), an integrated global specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2011 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday May 13, 2011 beginning at 9:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time. As part of the meeting, Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business. The webcast can be a... 
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Apr.27.11Watson First Quarter 2011 Net Revenue Increases to $877 Million
- First Quarter 2011 Non-GAAP EPS up 10% to $0.89 - - Company Increases 2011 Earnings Forecast - PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 27, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net revenue of $876.5 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011, compared to $856.5 million in the first quarter 2010. On a non-GAAP basis, net income for the first quarter 2011 was $111.9 million or $0.89 per share, an increase of 12 percent, compared to $100.3 million or $... 
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Apr.26.11Columbia Laboratories Submits NDA for PROCHIEVE(R) Vaginal Progesterone Gel
LIVINGSTON and PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 26, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX), and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that Columbia has submitted a New Drug Application (NDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for PROCHIEVE(R) (progesterone gel) for the reduction of risk of preterm birth in women with short uterine cervical length in the mid-trimester of pregnancy. In the submission, Columbia requested Priority Review... 
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Apr.20.11Watson Confirms Welchol(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 20, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Colesevelam HCI 625 mg tablets. Watson's Colesevelam HCI tablets are a generic version of Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.'s Welchol(R). Daiichi Sankyo and Genzyme Corporation filed... 
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Apr.13.11Watson Designates Parsippany, NJ Facility as Corporate Headquarters
New Parsippany Facility Supports Global Expansion; Unites NJ Operations in Single Location - PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 13, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has formally designated its Parsippany, New Jersey facility as its Corporate Headquarters. The Company's new Corporate Headquarters address is Morris Corporate Center III, 400 Interpace Parkway, Parsippany, NJ 07054. Previously, Watson Corporate Headquarters was located at ... 
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Apr.08.11Watson Confirms Vigamox(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway- PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 8, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.5%. Watson's Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.5% is a generic version of Alcon, Inc.'s Vigamox(R), ... 
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Apr.06.11Columbia Laboratories and Watson Announce Publication of Positive Phase III PROCHIEVE(R) Vaginal Progesterone Gel Study Results
Data Demonstrate a Significantly Lower Rate of Preterm Birth before 33 Weeks Gestation among Women with a Shortened Cervix treated with PROCHIEVE vs. Placebo LIVINGSTON and MORRISTOWN, N.J., April 6, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX), and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced the publication of Phase III PROCHIEVE(R) (progesterone gel) data in today's online version of Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynecology, the leading peer-revie... 
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Apr.05.11Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss First Quarter 2011 Earnings
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 5, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading integrated global pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its first quarter 2011 financial results on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on April 27, 2011 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's outl... 
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Mar.31.11Watson Announces Approval of Nulecit(TM), the First Generic Alternative to Ferrlecit(R) for the Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 31, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it is initiating launch activities of Nulecit(TM) (sodium ferric gluconate complex in sucrose injection), following FDA approval of GeneraMedix Inc.'s, Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA). Nulecit is the first bioequivalent and therapeutically equivalent alternative to Sanofi-Aventis' Ferrlecit(R). In July 2009 Watson signed a license agreement with GeneraMedix for the exc... 
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Mar.25.11Watson Confirms District Court Ruling in Generic Fentora(R) Patent Suit
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 25, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today confirmed that the United States District Court for the District of Delaware has ruled that Watson's generic version of Fentora(R) (fentanyl buccal tablets C-II) infringes United States Patent No. 6,264,981 (the '981 Patent). The Company said that it was reviewing the court's decision and would evaluate all available options, including an appeal. Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Applicati... 
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Mar.25.11Watson Confirms Favorable Appeals Court Ruling on Generic SEASONIQUE(R) Patent Challenge
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 25, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading integrated global pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has received a favorable decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit related to its ongoing patent challenge in connection with Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) seeking FDA approval to market a generic version of Teva Women's Health, Inc.'s SEASONIQUE(R)(levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol... 
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Mar.25.11Watson Confirms OxyContin(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 25, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiaries, Andrx Labs, LLC and Watson Laboratories, Inc. -- Florida, (collectively "Watson") filed Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Oxycodone Hydrochloride Extended-Release tablets in the 10,15, 20, 30, 40, 60 and 80 mg strengths. Watson's Oxycodon... 
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Mar.21.11Watson Launches Generic Famvir(R)
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 21, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. has launched Famciclovir tablets, 125 mg, 250 mg and 500 mg, the generic version of Novartis' Famvir(R) following approval of its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Watson has begun shipping the product today. Famciclovir is an antiviral used in the treatment for immunocompetent adul... 
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Mar.14.11Watson Announces Favorable District Court Ruling in Generic Fentora(R) Patent Suit
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 14, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that the United States District Court for the District of Delaware has ruled that Watson's generic version of Fentora(R) (fentanyl buccal tablets C-II) does not infringe United States Patent Nos. 6,200,604 or 6,974,590 (the '604 and '590 Patents) and that the '604 and '590 Patents are invalid. A decision on United States Patent No. 6,264,981 remains outstanding and Watson remains ... 
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Mar.09.11Watson Promotes David Buchen, R. Todd Joyce to Executive Vice President
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 9, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a global integrated pharmaceutical company, announced today that David A. Buchen has been promoted to Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, and R. Todd Joyce has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer. Both continue to report to Paul M. Bisaro, President and Chief Executive Officer. "These promotions not only recognize the substantial individual ... 
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Mar.08.11Watson to Present at the Barclay's 2011 Global Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 8, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Barclay's 2011 Global Healthcare Conferenceon Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at 9:30a.m. (EDT). The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Website at h... 
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Mar.01.11Watson to Present at the Cowen & Company 31st Annual Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 2, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Todd Joyce, Watson's Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Cowen & Company 31st Annual Healthcare Conferenceon Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Inv... 
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Feb.23.11Watson to Present at the 2011 Citi Global Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2011 Citi Global Healthcare Conferenceon Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. (EST). The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Website at http://... 
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Feb.15.11Watson Fourth Quarter 2010 Net Revenue Increases 21% to $953 Million
-- Fourth Quarter 2010 Non-GAAP EPS $0.93 -- Full Year 2010 Net Revenues of $3.6 Billion -- Full Year 2010 Non-GAAP EPS $3.42 MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb. 15, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net revenue increased 21 percent to $952.7 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2010, compared to $785.7 million in the fourth quarter 2009. On a non-GAAP basis, net income for the fourth quarter 2010 was $116.5 million or $0.93 per share, an... 
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Feb.09.11Watson Announces Favorable District Court Ruling in Generic Mucinex(R) Patent Suit
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida has ruled that Watson's generic versions of Mucinex(R), Mucinex(R) D and Mucinex(R) DM (Guaifenesin, Dextromethorphan HBr/ Guaifenesin, and Pseudoephedrine/Guaifenesin) Extended-Release products, do not infringe U.S. Patent No. 6,372,252 (the "'252 Patent"). Th... 
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Feb.07.11Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss Fourth Quarter 2010 Earnings
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its fourth quarter 2010 financial results on Tuesday, February 15, 2011 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on February 15, 2011 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's outlook ... 
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Jan.25.11Watson Confirms Welchol(R) Oral Suspension Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., Jan. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Colesevelam HCI powder for oral suspension, 1.875 gm/packet and 3.75 gm/packet. Watson's Colesevelam HCI powder for oral suspension is a generic version of Daiichi Sankyo, I... 
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Jan.21.11Watson Presents Outlook for Continued Long Term Growth
2011 Revenue Forecasted to be $4.2 Billion; Adjusted Cash EPS of $3.85 to $4.15 and Adjusted EBITDA of $925 Million to $1.0 Billion - NEW YORK, Jan. 21, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --During an investor meeting held today in New York, NY, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) provided an update on its Global businesses, including a detailed overview of its commercial operations and pipeline developments within its Global Generics and Global Brands businesses, and an update of achievements... 
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Jan.12.11Watson Announces Preliminary Financial Performance for FY 2010
- 2010 Net Revenue Estimated to Exceed $3.5 Billion - - Company to Provide 2011 Outlook at January 21st Investor Day - SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 12, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --At the 29th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that based on a preliminary review of 2010 results, it expects net revenues to increase more than 25 percent to more than $3.5 billion compared to 2009. Adjusted cash earnings per share is expected to be at or s... 
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Jan.10.11Watson's Generic Fentora(R) Receives FDA Approval
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Jan. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Fentanyl Buccal tablets, USP, in the 0.1, 0.2, 0.4, 0.6 and 0.8 mg strengths, the generic equivalent to Cephalon's Fentora (R) tablets. Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for its generic version of FENTORA(R) is the first generic appl... 
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Jan.10.11Watson to Host Investor Day on January 21 in New York City
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Jan. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it will be hosting an Investor Day on January 21, 2011 in New York City. The presentations are scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m., Eastern Time and will be simultaneously webcast. At the meeting, the Company plans to provide a preliminary outlook for 2011. The presenters will include: Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and CEO; Todd Joyce, Senior Vice President and CFO; Sigurd O... 
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Dec.29.10Watson to Present at the 29th Annual JP Morgan Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 29, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 29th Annual JP Morgan Healthcare Conferenceon Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. (PST), (6:00 p.m. EST). The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor R... 
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Dec.22.10Watson Announces Novel Oral Contraceptive Approval
Chewable Low-Dose Oral Contraceptive Represents New Birth Control Option MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 22, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals (NYSE: WPI) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of a novel oral contraceptive product - the first and only low dose oral contraceptive to combine 0.8 mg norethindrone and 0.025 mg ethinyl estradiol in chewable form, with four 75 mg ferrous fumarate (iron) placebo tablets. Taken orally, once daily, the producti... 
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Dec.16.10Watson and Richter Announce Exclusive License Agreement for Esmya(TM)
-- Late Stage Clinical Development Product for Uterine Fibroids (Myoma) Further Expands Watson's Women's Health Portfolio in U.S. and Canada -- -- First New Potential Therapy in Category in More Than 20 Years -- MORRISTOWN, N.J., and BUDAPEST, HUNGARY, Dec. 16, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) ("Watson") and Gedeon Richter Plc ("Richter") today announced that Watson's subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. has entered into an exclusive licensing agreemen... 
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Dec.14.10Watson Confirms Exalgo(TM) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 14, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets, 8 mg, 12 mg, and 16 mg. Watson's Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets are a generic version o... 
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Dec.07.10Watson Confirms Development Agreement with Natco for Generic Revlimid(R)
First to File U.S. Market Opportunity - MORRISTOWN, N.J. and HYDERABAD, India, Dec. 7, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) and Natco Pharma Limited (BSE: 524816) today confirmed an exclusive, U.S. development and license agreement, to develop and commercialize lenalidomide 5, 10, 15 and 25 mg tablets. The companies also confirmed that Natco has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approva... 
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Dec.06.10PROCHIEVE 8% Vaginal Progesterone Gel Achieves Primary Endpoint in Phase III Study to Reduce Risk of Preterm Birth
PROCHIEVE 8% significantly reduced incidence of preterm birth at less than or equal to 32 6/7 weeks gestation vs. placebo Management to hold investor conference call at 8:30 am ET today LIVINGSTON, N.J. and MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 6, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced positive top-line results from the PREGNANT Study, a large, global Phase III clinical trial evaluating PROCHIEVE(R) 8% vaginal p... 
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Dec.01.10Watson Launches ella(R) (ulipristal acetate) Emergency Contraceptive
Only Emergency Contraceptive FDA Approved for Use Up to 5 Days after Unprotected Intercourse or a Known Contraceptive Failure Extensive Educational Website for Consumers, Health Care Providers MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 1, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), announced today that ella(R) (ulipristal acetate) 30 mg, a novel oral emergency contraceptive, is now available for patients by prescription in the U.S. ella(R) was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug ... 
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Nov.11.10Watson Announces Pricing of Secondary Offering By Selling Stockholder
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 11, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced the underwritten public offering of 10,537,755 shares of its common stock held by Quiver Inc. has priced at $49.75 per share. Watson will not receive any proceeds related to the offering, and its total number of shares of common stock outstanding will not change as a result of the Offering. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC. has acted as sole book-running manager and underwriter for t... 
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Nov.10.10Watson Announces Commencement of Secondary Offering by Selling Stockholder
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 10, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced the underwritten public offering of 10,537,755 shares of its common stock held by Quiver, Inc. pursuant to the Company's shelf registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Offering") on August 17, 2009. The selling stockholder acquired its shares of Watson common stock in connection with Watson's acquisition of the Arrow Group. Watson will not recei... 
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Nov.10.10Watson Announces Top Line Uracyst(R) U.S. Pilot Study Results
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 10, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that the U.S. pilot study evaluating Uracyst(R) (sodium chondroitin sulfate solution 2.0%) for the treatment of interstitial cystitis did not meet predefined efficacy endpoints. "Unfortunately, the results of the pilot study failed to demonstrate efficacy despite numerical separation of response between Uracyst(R) and placebo on certain measurements," said Fred Wilkinson, Watso... 
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Nov.04.10Watson Q3 Net Revenue Climbs 33 Percent to $882 Million
- Third Quarter Adjusted Cash EPS of $0.85 - Adjusted EBITDA Increases 18 Percent to $211 Million MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 4, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net revenue grew 33 percent for the third quarter ended September 30, 2010 to $882.4 million, compared to $662.1 million in the third quarter 2009. On an adjusted cash basis, net income increased 18 percent to $105.9 million or $0.85 per share, compared to $90.0 million or $0.78 per s... 
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Nov.02.10Watson Signs Exclusive Agreement to Distribute Authorized Generic Concerta(R)
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has entered into an exclusive agreement with Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OMJPI), to market the authorized generic version of Concerta(R) (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release tablets). Watson will launch its authorized generic of Concerta on May 1, 2011. Concerta is indicated for the treatment of attention defi... 
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Oct.29.10Watson To Present At The 2010 Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Oct 29, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2010 Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 10:00am (MST), (12:00 Noon EST). The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Rela... 
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Oct.27.10Watson Confirms Crestor(R) Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., Oct 27, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed a new drug application under Section 505(b)(2) of the Federal Food and Drug Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market rosuvastatin zinc 5, 10, 20 and 40 mg tablets. Watson's rosuvastatin zinc tablets are a new salt version of AstraZeneca... 
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Oct.15.10Watson's Generic Version of Lotrel (R) Receives FDA Approval
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Oct 15, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Amlodipine Besylate/Benazepril 5/20mg, 10/20mg, 2.5/10mg, and 5/10mg capsules, the generic equivalent to Novartis' Lotrel(R) capsules. The ANDA was acquired as part of Watson's acquisition of the Arrow Group. Wat... 
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Oct.12.10Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss Third Quarter 2010 Earnings
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Oct 12, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2010 financial results on Thursday, November 4, 2010 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on November 4, 2010 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's o... 
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Oct.07.10Watson Reaches Settlement with Endo Over Opana(R) ER
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Oct 07, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. has reached a settlement with Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. on outstanding patent litigation related to Endo's Opana(R) ER (Oxymorphone ER) product. Endo filed its lawsuit on March 4, 2010, following Watson's filing of an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for seeking approval to market ... 
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Oct.05.10Watson Confirms Azilect(R) Patent Challenge
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., Oct 05, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market rasagiline mesylate 0.5 and 1.0 mg tablets. Watson's rasagiline mesylate tablets are generic versions of Teva Neuroscience, Inc.'s Azilect(R) Tablets, which are indicated fo... 
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Oct.04.10Watson, Moksha8 Form Marketing Partnership for Brazil, Mexico; Watson Makes Initial $30 Million Investment
Watson Investment Part of $61 Million Moksha8 Financing MORRISTOWN, N.J. and SAO PAULO, Oct 04, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) and Moksha8, based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, today announced that they have entered into an agreement that will expand Watson's commercial presence in Latin America's two largest markets, Brazil and Mexico. Watson will invest $30 million in Moksha8 as part of Moksha8's approximately $61 million USD financing that includes investmen... 
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Sep.28.10Watson to Present at the Jefferies 2010 Global SpecPharma & European Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept 28, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business in London at the Jefferies 2010 Global SpecPharma & European Healthcare Conference on Tuesday October 5, 2010 at 10:00am (BST), (5:00am EDT). The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watso... 
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Sep.17.10HRA Pharma and Watson Pharmaceuticals Expand Marketing Partnership for Novel Emergency Contraceptive to Canada
Agreement follows FDA approval of ella(R) in the U.S., where Watson will market the product PARIS and MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept 17, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --HRA Pharma, a privately-held, European pharmaceutical company that develops healthcare solutions in reproductive health and endocrinology and makes them available worldwide, and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that they have entered into a licensing agreement for the commercialization of HRA Pharma's next gener... 
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Sep.08.10Watson to Present at the Bank of America/Merrill Lynch Global Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept 08, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Bank of America/Merrill Lynch Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 3:25pm (BST), (10:25am EDT) at Merrill Lynch Financial Center, London. The presentation will be webcast live a... 
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Sep.07.10Watson Confirms Combigan(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept 07, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market Brimonidine Tartrate and Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.2%/0.5%. Watson's Brimonidine Tartrate and Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.2%/0.5% is a generic versio... 
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Sep.07.10Watson's Generic Yasmin(R) Receives FDA Approval
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept 07, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Zarah(TM) (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol tablets) 3 mg/0.03 mg, the generic equivalent to Bayer's Yasmin(R). Watson has begun shipping the product. Bayer's lawsuit against Watson alleging that Watso... 
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Sep.01.10Watson to Present at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Unplugged Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept 01, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Unplugged Conference on Monday, September 13, 2010 at 8:00am Eastern Daylight Time. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' In... 
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Aug.13.10Watson Plans Q4 2010 ella(R) (ulipristal acetate) Emergency Contraceptive Launch
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug 13, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(NYSE: WPI),todayannounced that it intends to launch ella(R) (ulipristal acetate), a novel oral emergency contraceptive, in the fourth quarter of 2010. Watson's announcement follows the approval of ella(R) by the FDA as safe and effective in preventing unintended pregnancy for up to 120 hours - or five days - post-unprotected intercourse (UPI) or contraceptive failure. ella(R) was developed by HRA Pharma speci... 
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Aug.05.10Watson Q2 Net Revenue Climbs 29 Percent to $875 Million
- Second Quarter Adjusted Cash EPS of $0.83; 2010 GAAP EPS of $0.57 - Adjusted EBITDA Increases 26 Percent to $207 Million MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug 05, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net revenue grew 29 percent for the second quarter ended June 30, 2010 to $875.3 million, compared to $677.8 million in the second quarter 2009. On an adjusted cash basis, net income increased 22 percent to $102.8 million or $0.83 per share, compared to $84.2 ... 
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Aug.04.10Watson Names Sigurdur Oli Olafsson Executive Vice President, Global Generics
Olafsson Joins from Actavis Group; Succeeds Thomas R. Russillo Who is Retiring At Year-End MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug 04, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Sigurdur Oli Olafsson has joined the Company as Executive Vice President, Global Generics, effective September 1, 2010. In this position, Mr. Olafsson will have responsibility for global generic sales and marketing, with an emphasis on leading the expansion of Watson's position in global mar... 
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Aug.03.10Watson Promotes Robert Stewart to Executive Vice President, Global Operations
Generic R&D Incorporated into Global Operations Function MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug 03, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Robert Stewart, who joined the Company in November 2009 as Senior Vice President, Global Operations, has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Global Operations. Mr. Stewart will continue to report to Paul Bisaro, President and Chief Executive Officer of Watson. Mr. Stewart will assume responsibility for managin... 
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Jul.15.10Watson and Itero Enter Worldwide License Agreement on Biologic Development Candidate
Recombinant Follicle Stimulating Hormone (rFSH) Would Expand Watson's Global Presence in Women's Health Will Capitalize on Watson's Eden Biodesign Biologics Capabilities MORRISTOWN, N.J., and SAN MATEO, Calif.,, July 15, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced an exclusive, worldwide licensing agreement with Itero Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., a venture-backed specialty biopharmaceutical company, to develop and commercialize Itero's Recombinant... 
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Jul.12.10Watson Confirms Renvela(R) for Oral Suspension Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 12, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market sevelamer carbonate for oral suspension, 0.8g and 2.4g per packet. Watson's sevelamer carbonate for oral suspension product is the generic version of Genzyme's Renvela(R) f... 
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Jul.08.10Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss Second Quarter 2010 Earnings
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 8, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2010 financial results on Thursday, August 5, 2010 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on August 5, 2010 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's out... 
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Jul.02.10Watson Completes Acquisition of CRINONE(R) and PROCHIEVE(R) Product Line and Shares of Columbia Laboratories
-Further Expands Women's Health Product Line -Adds New Treatment Categories to Brand Portfolio MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 2, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today completed the acquisition of the U.S. rights to Columbia Laboratories' CRINONE(R) and PROCHIEVE(R) progesterone gel product line and 11,200,000 shares of Columbia common stock. "We are pleased to add CRINONE(R) and PROCHIEVE(R) to our growing number of women's health products. The addition o... 
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Jul.02.10Watson's Generic Prograf(R) 5 mg Receives FDA Approval
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 2, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Tacrolimus 5 mg capsules, the generic equivalent to Astellas' Prograf(R) capsules. Watson intends to begin shipping the product immediately. Prograf (R) 5 mg had total U.S. sales of approximately $108 millio... 
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Jul.01.10Watson Launches Generic Exelon(R)
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 1, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that, under a settlement with Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Novartis Pharma AG, Novartis AG, Novartis International Pharmaceutical Ltd., and Proterra AG (collectively "Novartis"), Watson has commenced shipment of a generic version of Exelon(R) (rivastigmine tartrate) 1.5mg, 3mg, 4.5mg and 6mg capsules. Exelon(R) is used to treat dementia (a brain disorder that affects the ab... 
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Jul.01.10Watson Confirms Columbia Laboratories Shareholder Approval of Proposed Acquisition of Progesterone-related Assets
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 1, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that shareholders of Columbia Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRX) have approved the terms and conditions of the previously announced acquisition by Watson of the U.S. rights to Columbia's CRINONE(R) and PROCHIEVE(R) progesterone gel product line and 11,200,000 shares of Columbia common stock. The acquisition remains subject to customary closing conditions. After the close of the ... 
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Jun.23.10Watson Receives Tentative FDA Approval for Fentanyl Buccal Tablets
MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 23, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. has received tentative approval today from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Fentanyl Citrate Buccal tablets, 100 mcg, 200 mcg, 300 mcg, 400 mcg, 600 mcg and 800 mcg. Watson's Fentanyl Citrate Buccal tablets are a generic version of Cephalon's Fentora(R). Fentora(R) is u... 
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Jun.18.10Watson to Present at the Wells Fargo Securities 2010 Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 18, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson management will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Wells Fargo Securities 2010 Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at 11:15am Eastern Daylight Time at the Intercontinental Hotel, Boston. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Rela... 
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Jun.08.10Watson to Present at the Goldman Sachs 31st Annual Global Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 8, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's CEO & President will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2010 Goldman Sachs 31st Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at 10:00am Pacific Time at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, Los Angeles. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Wa... 
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Jun.01.10Watson Confirms Columbia Laboratories' Filing of Definitive Proxy Relating to Watson's Acquisition of U.S. Rights to CRINONE(R) Progesterone Gel Product Line
Provides Columbia with Financial Support For Progesterone Franchise Product Development - MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 1, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that Columbia Laboratories, Inc. has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission a definitive proxy seeking Columbia shareholder approval of the previously announced agreement under which Watson would acquire the U.S. rights to Columbia's CRINONE(R) and PROCHIEVE(R) product line and 11... 
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May.25.10Watson Confirms Renvela(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 25, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market sevelamer carbonate 800mg tablets. Watson's sevelamer carbonate tablet is the generic version of Genzyme's Renvela(R). Renvela (R) is a phosphate binder indicated for the co... 
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May.24.10Watson's Generic VALTREX(R) 500 mg and 1000 mg Receives FDA Approval
MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 24, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Valacyclovir Hydrochloride tablets, USP, in the 500 and 1000 mg strengths, the generic equivalent to GlaxoSmithKline, LLC's VALTREX(R) tablets. Watson intends to begin shipping the product shortly. VALTREX(R) ... 
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May.19.10Watson Launches Generic Version of LIPITOR® in Canada
MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 19, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary Cobalt Pharmaceuticals has received a Notice of Compliance from Health Canada to market Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets in the 10, 20, 40 and 80 mg strengths. Watson has initiated shipments of this product. Atorvastatin Calcium is the generic equivalent to Pfizer's LIPITOR(R) tablets and is indicated to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, certain kinds of he... 
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May.19.10Watson to Expand NJ Administrative Headquarters
- New Parsippany Facility Supports Growth Resulting from Global Expansion, Unites NJ Operations in Single Location - MORRISTOWN, NJ – May 19, 2010 – Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has signed a lease for a new Administrative Headquarters in New Jersey.  The Company plans to relocate to the new site in Parsippany in late 2010 or early 2011.  Watson, which currently employs approximately 250 people in New Jersey, expects total employment at the new fac... 
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May.14.10Watson to Present at the 2010 Citi Investment Research Global Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 14, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Fred Wilkinson, Watson's Executive Vice President, Global Brands, will provide an overview of the Company's business at the 2010 Citi Investment Research Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at 4:30pm Eastern Daylight Time. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor... 
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May.10.10Watson Q1 Net Revenue Climbs 28 Percent to $857 Million
- First Quarter 2010 GAAP EPS of $0.57; Adjusted Cash EPS of $0.81 - Adjusted EBITDA Increases 26 percent to $198.9 Million - Company Increases 2010 Forecast MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 10, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported a 28 percent increase in net revenue for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010 to $856.5 million, compared to $667.4 million in the first quarter 2009. On an adjusted cash basis, net income increased 25 percent to $100.3... 
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May.07.10Watson Reaches Settlement with Teva Over Seasonale(R)
MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 7, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. has reached a settlement with Teva Women's Health, Inc. on outstanding patent litigation related to Teva's Seasonale(R) (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, 0.15 mg/0.03 mg) product. On December 13, 2007, Teva filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Watson in the United States District Court for the District of New Je... 
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May.05.10Watson Confirms SIMCOR(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 5, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market its 1000 mg/20 mg form of niacin extended-release/simvastatin tablets. Watson's 1000 mg/20 mg niacin extended-release/simvastatin tablets are generic versions of Ab... 
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May.05.10Watson Confirms EVISTA(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 5, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market a raloxifene hydrochloride tablet. Watson's raloxifene hydrochloride tablet is a generic version of Eli Lilly's EVISTA(R). EVISTA (R) is indicated for the treatment and preve... 
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May.03.10Watson To Present at Bank Of America/Merrill Lynch 2010 Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 3, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Bank Of America/Merrill Lynch 2010 Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 1:40pm Eastern Daylight Time at The Grand Hyatt, New York. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed o... 
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May.03.10Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 7th
MORRISTOWN, N.J., May 3, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2010 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday May 7, 2010 beginning at 9:00am Eastern Daylight Time. As part of the meeting, Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business. The webcast can be accessed at Watson... 
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Apr.30.10Watson Confirms Trilipix(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., April 30, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, has been sued by Abbott Laboratories and Fournier Laboratories Ireland Ltd. in connection with the filing of Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for choline fenofibrate delayed-release capsules in the 45 mg and 135 mg strengths. Watson's ANDA is for a generic equivalent of ... 
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Apr.28.10Watson Confirms Rapamune(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., April 28, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, has been sued by Pfizer Inc. and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals Inc. in connection with the filing of Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for sirolimus tablets in the 1 mg and 2 mg strengths. Watson's ANDA is for a generic equivalent of Wyeth's Rapamune(R) tablets product. The suit ... 
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Apr.26.10Watson Confirms Cenestin(R) Patent Challenge
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., April 26, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., a Nevada Corporation, has been sued by Teva Women's Health, Inc., in connection with the filing of Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for synthetic conjugated estrogens, A, in the 0.3 mg, 0.45 mg, 0.625 mg, 0.9 mg and 1.25 mg tablet strengths. Watson's ANDA is for the generic equiv... 
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Apr.26.10Watson Says Appeals Court Affirms Concerta(R) Patent Invalid
MORRISTOWN, N.J., April 26, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Court has affirmed a March 31, 2009 District Court decision that the asserted claims of ALZA's United States Patent No. 6,919,373 "the '373 Patent" are invalid. The original suit by ALZA Corporation and McNeil-PPC, Inc. alleged that Watson's generic versions of Concerta(R) (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release tablet... 
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Apr.15.10Watson's Generic Toprol XL(R) 100 mg and 200 mg Receives FDA Approval
MORRISTOWN, N.J., April 15, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets USP in the 100 and 200 mg strengths, the generic equivalent to AstraZeneca's Toprol XL(R) tablets. Watson intends to begin shipping the product next week.... 
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Apr.12.10Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss First Quarter 2010 Earnings
MORRISTOWN, N.J., April 12, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its first quarter 2010 financial results on Monday, May 10, 2010 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on May 10, 2010 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's outlook ... 
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Mar.16.10Watson to Present at Barclay's 2010 Global Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 16, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Barclay's 2010 Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 11:15 am Eastern Daylight Savings Time at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accesse... 
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Mar.15.10Watson Receives FDA Approval for Generic Cardizem(R) LA
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 15, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Diltiazem Hydrochloride Extended-Release tablets, the generic equivalent to Biovail Laboratories International SRL's Cardizem(R) LA product. Watson intends to launch its generic version of Cardizem(R) ... 
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Mar.11.10FDA Approves Watson's TRELSTAR(R) 22.5 mg, the First and Only 6-Month Intramuscular GnRH Agonist for the Palliative Treatment of Advanced Prostate Cancer
- New formulation maintains mean testosterone levels similar to those achieved with surgical castration in just two doses each year - - May 2010 launch expands TRELSTAR(R) options; currently available in one- and three-month formulations -MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 11, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of TRELSTAR(R) 22.5 mg (triptorelin pamoate for injectable suspension), a new twice-yearly... 
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Mar.10.10Watson Announces Actos(R) Patent Challenge Settlement
MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 10, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that it has reached a settlement agreement with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited and Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America resolving outstanding patent litigation related to Watson's generic equivalent version of Actos(R) (Pioglitazone Hydrochloride) 15mg, 30mg and 45mg tablets. Under terms of the agreement, Takeda granted Watson a non-exclusive royalty free license to its U... 
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Mar.08.10Watson Confirms Filing of Generic Opana(R) ER Application
Patent Challenge Litigation Underway -MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 8, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has been sued by Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Penwest Pharmaceuticals Co. in connection with the filing of Watson's Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Oxymorphone Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 40mg. Watson's Oxymorphone Hydrochloride... 
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Mar.04.10Watson Announces Agreement to Acquire U.S. Rights to Columbia Laboratories' CRINONE(R) Progesterone Gel Product Line
- Established, patient-preferred infertility treatment - - Expands Watson's Women's Health brand product portfolio - - Preterm birth clinical trials currently underway - - Company acquires 11.2 million shares of Columbia common stock -MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 4, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced an agreement to expand their Women's Health brand product portfolio with the acquisition of the exclusive U.S. rights to Columbia Laboratories, Inc.'... 
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Mar.03.10Watson to Present at Cowen and Company 30th Annual Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, NJ, Mar 03, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Cowen and Company 30th Annual Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 11:05 am Eastern Standard Time at the Boston Marriott Copley Place. This presentation will be webcast live and can be ac... 
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Mar.01.10Watson Licenses Population Council's Novel Contraceptive Ring
Phase 3 clinical development product expands Watson's global brand contraceptive portfolioMORRISTOWN, N.J. and NEW YORK, March 1, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced an exclusive licensing agreement to commercialize the Population Council's investigational contraceptive vaginal ring in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The ring, which contains two hormonal products - ethinyl estradiol and Nestorone(R), a novel, synthetic progestin - is cu... 
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Mar.01.10Watson Signs Agreement to Divest Equity Interest in ScinoPharm
Intends to Use Proceeds to Support Business Development, General Business PurposesMORRISTOWN, N.J., March 1, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it signed an agreement on February 26, 2010 to divest its equity ownership position of approximately 31% of ScinoPharm Taiwan Ltd. The transaction is subject to the parties obtaining approvals from various government agencies in Taiwan, as well as other customary closing conditions. Assuming all ... 
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Feb.26.10Watson to Present at CLSA/Asia USA Investor's Forum
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb 26, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CLSA/Asia Investor's Forum on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 4:30 pm Eastern Standard Time at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco, CA. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuti... 
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Feb.23.10Watson Reports Net Revenue of $786 Million for the Fourth Quarter 2009
- Fourth Quarter 2009 GAAP EPS of $0.51; Adjusted Cash EPS $0.85 - Full Year 2009 Net Revenues of $2.8 Billion - Full Year 2009 GAAP EPS of $1.96; Adjusted Cash EPS $3.04 - Company Affirms 2010 Outlook MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb 23, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net revenue for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009 climbed 22 percent to $785.7 million, compared to $645.2 million in the fourth quarter 2008. Watson's results include Arrow ... 
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Feb.22.10Watson Files FDA Application for Generic Aplenzin(TM) ER
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway -MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb 22, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading global specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc.- Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market its 174 mg and 348 mg strength bupropion hydrobromide tablets prior to the expiration of patents owned by Biovail. Watson's... 
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Feb.02.10Watson to Host Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss Fourth Quarter 2009 Earnings and 2010 Outlook
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb 02, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its fourth quarter 2010 financial results on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on February 23, 2010 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company'... 
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Feb.01.10Watson and HRA Pharma Announce Exclusive Licensing Agreement to Commercialize Novel Emergency Contraceptive in the U.S.
New data published in The Lancet demonstrate effective pregnancy prevention as compared to currently available emergency contraceptive options -MORRISTOWN, N.J., Feb 01, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) and HRA Pharma today announced an exclusive licensing agreement for Watson to become the commercial partner for ulipristal acetate (UPA), a selective progesterone receptor modulator in the U.S. UPA is a novel next-generation emergency contraceptive develo... 
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Jan.28.10Watson Completes Acquisition of Eden Biodesign
- Establishes Strong Foundation in Biologics - - Extensive Intellectual Expertise, State-of-the Art Facilities -MORRISTOWN, N.J., Jan 28, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Eden Biopharm Group Limited for approximately $15 million. Eden is a biopharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing company located in Liverpool, UK. As a result of the acquisition of the Arrow Group in December 2009, Wats... 
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Jan.21.10Watson Provides Overview of Global Operations; Delivers Outlook for Continued Growth
--Meeting Highlights: - Positioned for continued growth in U.S.; Strong foundation in key markets and opportunities in other international markets - Expanding brand pipeline with near, mid-term opportunities; Urology and women's health opportunities are areas of key focus and anticipated growth - Expanded global operations and supply chain supports increased efficiencies in production; Continued opportunities to enhance profit and support corporate growth - Revenue forecasted to be approximately... 
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Jan.19.10Watson Confirms Filing of FDA Application for Generic Lidoderm(R)
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Jan 19, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- In the news release, Watson Confirms Filing of FDA Application for Generic Lidoderm(R), issued Jan. 19 by Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the first paragraph, second and third sentences should read "lidocaine topical patch 5%" rather than "lidocaine topical patch 8%" as originally issued inadvertently. The complete, corrected release follows: Watson Confirms Filing of FDA Application ... 
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Jan.13.10Watson Announces Preliminary Financial Performance for FY 2009
- 2009 Net Revenue Estimated to Exceed $2.7 Billion - - 2009 Adjusted EPS and Adjusted EBITDA Expected to Meet or Exceed Prior Forecast - - Company to Provide 2010 Outlook at January 21st Investor Day -SAN FRANCISCO, Jan 13, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- At the 28th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it expects to report an increase in net revenues of approximately 9 percent to more than $2.7 billion for 2009, compared to 200... 
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Jan.12.10Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host 'Investor Day 2010' on Thursday, January 21st in New York City
MORRISTOWN, NJ, Jan 12, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it will be hosting an Investor Day on January 21, 2010 in New York City. The presentations are scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m., Eastern Time and will be simultaneously webcast. At the meeting, the Company plans to discuss its strategy accompanying the recent acquisition of Arrow Group and provide a preliminary outlook for 2010. The presenters will include: Paul Bisaro, Watson's... 
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Jan.08.10Watson Files FDA Application for Generic LoSeasonique(R)
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway -MORRISTOWN, N.J., Jan 08, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market its levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol (0.10 mg/0.02 mg) oral contraceptive product prior to the expiration of U.S. Patent No. ... 
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Jan.06.10Watson to Present at 28th Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Jan 06, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 28th Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at 12:00 pm Eastern Standard Time, at the Westin St. Francis, San Francisco, CA. This presentation will be webcast live and can b... 
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Jan.06.10Watson Files FDA Application for Generic Nuvigil(R)
Paragraph IV Litigation Underway -MORRISTOWN, N.J., Jan 06, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading global specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., a Nevada Corporation, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market its 50 mg, 100 mg, 150mg, 200 mg, and 250mg strength armodafinil tablets prior to the expiration of patents o... 
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Dec.14.09Watson Announces New Program to Help Promote Good Bone Health in Advanced Prostate Cancer Patients on Long-Term Androgen Deprivation Therapy
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced a new program encouraging health professionals to help maintain the bone health of prostate cancer patients who are on long-term androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). Nearly two million men are receiving ADT, a palliative treatment for prostate cancer that, while highly effective and considered the "gold therapy," can cause bone loss and increase a man's risk for osteoporosis. As pa... 
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Dec.09.09New Published Data Demonstrate Long-Term Safety, Efficacy and Tolerability of Watson's RAPAFLO(R) (silodosin) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Symptom Relief
- Secondary trial endpoint reinforces prior, positive, sustained efficacy data -CORONA, Calif., Dec 09, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that the results of an open-label extension of two Phase 3 studies, published in the December issue of the peer-reviewed journal Urology, demonstrate long-term safety and tolerability of RAPAFLO(R) (silodosin) for up to 52 weeks of treatment. RAPAFLO(R) is an effective and uniquely selective alph... 
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Dec.04.09Watson Files FDA Application for Generic Rozerem(R)
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading global specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc.-Florida, filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market its 8mg ramelteon tablets prior to the expiration of a patent owned by Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited. Watson's... 
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Dec.02.09Watson Completes Acquisition of Arrow Group
Combined Global Company Has: Over $3 Billion Annual Revenue Operations in 20 Countries Strong Product Franchise and Pipeline MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Arrow Group for a combination of cash and stock. The purchase creates a financially strong, global specialty pharmaceutical company with over $3 billion in annual revenues and operations in more than 20 countries. "T... 
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Dec.02.09Watson Receives FTC Clearance for Arrow Acquisition
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has accepted a proposed consent order for public comment relating to Watson's pending acquisition of privately held Arrow Group and has granted early termination of the Hart Scott Rodino waiting period, thereby permitting the parties to close the transaction. The parties have now obtained all regulatory approvals required to close the transaction. ... 
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Nov.16.09Watson Names Robert A. Stewart Senior Vice President, Global Operations
Restructures to Create Global Operations, Global Generics Commercial FunctionsMORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov 16, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Robert A. Stewart has joined the Company in the newly created position of Senior Vice President, Global Operations, effective immediately. In this position, Mr. Stewart will have responsibility for global manufacturing, supply chain, quality and technical operations. The Company also announced th... 
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Nov.10.09Watson Announces Presentation Time Change at Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today a change for the Company's presentation at the Credit Suisse 18th Annual Healthcare Conference scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Watson's presentation will take place at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http:... 
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Nov.06.09Watson to Present at Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Credit Suisse 18th Annual Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 12:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceu... 
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Nov.04.09Watson Reports Third Quarter 2009 GAAP EPS of $0.55; Adjusted EPS of $0.66
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Nov. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported net income of $63.0 million, or $0.55 per diluted share for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009. Excluding special items as detailed in the reconciliation table below, adjusted net income for the third quarter was $76.1 million, or $0.66 per diluted share, an increase of $22.1 million or 41 percent over the adjusted net income for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. As detail... 
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Oct.30.09Watson Names R. Todd Joyce Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Succeeds Mark W. Durand
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Oct. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals (NYSE: WPI) today announced that R. Todd Joyce has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective immediately. Mr. Joyce succeeds Mark W. Durand, who has departed as CFO for personal reasons. On July 27, 2009, Watson announced that Mr. Durand had taken a leave of absence for health reasons, and named Mr. Joyce as Acting Principal Financial Officer. "I, the Board of Directors and the s... 
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Oct.28.09Watson and Barr Settle Lawsuit Over Oxytrol(R)
CORONA, Calif., Oct. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc. has reached a settlement with Barr Laboratories, Inc. on outstanding patent litigation related to Watson's Oxytrol® (Oxybutynin Transdermal System, 3.9mg/24hr.) product. On August 19, 2008, Barr submitted an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) seeking approval to market a generic version o... 
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Oct.13.09Watson to Host Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
MORRISTOWN, NJ, Oct 13, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2009 financial results on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on November 4, 2009 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Comp... 
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Sep.29.09New Data Suggest that GELNIQUE(R) (oxybutynin chloride) gel 10% Does Not Impact Cognition among Healthy Older Adults
- Previous research suggests oral oxybutynin formulations can impair cognition - SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, announced findings of a double-blind study which demonstrate that GELNIQUE was comparable to placebo in its effect on memory tests and other cognitive functions in older healthy adult subjects when compared to immediate release oral oxybutynin treatments.... 
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Sep.21.09Watson Names G. Frederick Wilkinson Executive Vice President, Global Brands
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, announced today that G. Frederick Wilkinson has joined the Company as Executive Vice President, Global Brands. In this newly expanded position Mr. Wilkinson will be responsible for all aspects of the Company's global brand pharmaceutical business, including brand product development, global sales and marketing and coordinating brand product busi... 
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Sep.08.09Watson to Present at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Healthcare Conference
MORRISTOWN, NJ, Sep 08, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. (BST) (9:30 a.m. EDT). This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharm... 
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Aug.28.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Generic PLAN B(R) for Over-the-Counter Use
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval today from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Levonorgestrel Tablets, 0.75 mg for over-the-counter use in women ages 17 and above, as well as for prescription use in women under the age of 17. Levonorge... 
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Aug.18.09Watson Announces Offering of Senior Unsecured Notes
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug 18, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it is offering up to $850 million aggregate principal amount of five and ten year senior unsecured notes in a registered public offering. Watson intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund a portion of the cash consideration for Watson's previously announced acquisition of the privately-held Arrow Group, to redeem th... 
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Aug.18.09Watson Prices $850 Million of Senior Unsecured Notes
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the pricing of a debt offering of $450.0 million of 5.000% senior notes due 2014 and $400.0 million of 6.125% senior notes due 2019, for a total offering of $850.0 million in aggregate principal amount. The offering is expected to close on August 24, 2009, subject to market conditions and other factors. Watson intends to use the net proc... 
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Aug.07.09Watson Announces Limited Recall Of Fentanyl Transdermal System
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that one lot of 100 mcg/hr Fentanyl Transdermal System patches sold in the United States is being voluntarily recalled from wholesalers and pharmacies. The recalled patches are from Lot Number 145287A, have expiration dates of February 2011 and were manufactured by Watson Laboratories, Inc. and distributed by Watson Pharma, Inc. The a... 
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Aug.06.09Watson Pharmaceuticals and Arrow Group Receive FTC Second Request
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it has received a request for additional information from the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") in connection with Watson's pending acquisition of privately held Arrow Group. The information request was issued under notification requirements of the Hart.Scott.Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended ("HSR Act"). The ... 
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Aug.03.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Generic Toprol XL(R) 25 MG and 50 MG
MORRISTOWN, N.J., Aug 03, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval today from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) for metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets USP in the 25 mg and 50 mg strengths. Metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets are the generic eq... 
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Jul.29.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2009 GAAP EPS of $0.46; Adjusted EPS $0.61; Company Raises 2009 Outlook
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 29, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, today reported net income of $53.0 million, or $0.46 per diluted share. Excluding special items as detailed in the reconciliation table below, adjusted net income for the second quarter was $70.4 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, an increase of $15.8 million or 29 percent. Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter 2009 was $164.... 
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Jul.28.09Watson Announces License Agreement With GeneraMedix for Generic Version of Ferrlecit(R)
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 28, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, today announced a license agreement with GeneraMedix, Inc., for the exclusive US marketing rights to a generic version of Ferrlecit (sodium ferric gluconate complex in sucrose injection), a drug indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in hemodialysis patients receiving supplemental epoetin therapy. GeneraMedix has... 
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Jul.27.09Watson CFO Mark W. Durand to Take Leave of Absence
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, announced that effective today Mark W. Durand, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has taken a leave of absence from the Company for health reasons. Paul Bisaro, President and Chief Executive Officer of Watson, announced that R. Todd Joyce, Vice President, Corporate Controller and Treasurer, will serve as Acting Princip... 
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Jul.15.09Watson Confirms Filing of Abbreviated New Drug Application for Generic Sanctura XR(R)
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc.-Florida ("Watson"), has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market its trospium chloride extended-release 60 mg capsules prior to the expiration of... 
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Jul.14.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives a Complete Response Letter for Its 24-Week Formulation of TRELSTAR(R) (triptorelin pamoate) NDA from US FDA
- Company to Address Agency Requests in a Timely Manner - MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it received a Complete Response Letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its New Drug Application (NDA) for TRELSTAR 22.5 mg (triptorelin pamoate for injectable suspension), a 24-week formulation of TRELSTAR for the palliative treatme... 
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Jul.10.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Resumes Shipment of INFeD(R) (Iron Dextran Injection, USP)
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has resumed shipments to reintroduce its intravenous iron replacement therapy INFeD (iron dextran injection,USP). The product, which had been out of stock due to changes in the final product manufacturing site and issues with raw material supply, is re-entering the market earlier than expected. Watson expects to be in a norm... 
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Jul.10.09Watson to Host Second Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2009 financial results on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on July 29, 2009 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's... 
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Jul.08.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Fruit and Cinnamon Flavored Coated Nicotine Gums
MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 8, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration to market its over-the-counter Nicotine Polacrilex Gum USP, 2 mg and 4 mg strengths in the coated fruit and cinnamon flavors. Nicotine Polacrilex Gum coated fruit and cinnamon flavors are the ... 
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Jun.29.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Appoints Christopher W. Bodine to Board of Directors
--Former President, Health Care Services for CVS Caremark Corporation Brings Added Global Supply Chain Experience and Expertise to the BoardMORRISTOWN, N.J., June 29, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, today announced the appointment of Christopher W. Bodine to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. The addition of Mr. Bodine expands Watson's Board to ten members, of whom nine are... 
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Jun.24.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval For Generic PLAN B(R)
MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval today from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for levonorgestrel tablets, 0.75 mg, for women seventeen years and younger. Levonorgestrel is the generic equivalent to Duramed Pharmaceuticals' PLAN B(R), whic... 
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Jun.18.09Watson to Present at Wachovia's 19th Annual Mid-Year Equity Conference
CORONA, CA, Jun 18, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at Wachovia's 19th Annual Mid-Year Equity Conference on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor R... 
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Jun.17.09Watson to Acquire Arrow Group
-- Arrow Will Expand Watson's Global Commercial Footprint -- Transaction Expected to be Accretive to Cash Earnings Per Share in 2010 Before Synergies -- Enhances Watson's Long Term Growth ProfileMORRISTOWN, N.J., June 17, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire privately held Arrow Group for $1.75 billion in cash and stock. The combination of Watson and Arrow will result in a glo... 
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Jun.10.09Watson Files FDA Application for Generic Mucinex(R) D
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - CORONA, Calif., June 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market its guaifenesin pseudoephedrine HCI extended-release 600mg/60mg and 1200mg/120mg tablets prior to the expiration of... 
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Jun.08.09Watson to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences
Goldman Sachs 30th Annual Healthcare Conference; 8th Annual Needham Life Sciences ConferenceCORONA, CA, Jun 08, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Goldman Sachs 30th Annual Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at 9:40 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. M... 
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May.29.09Watson to Present at the UBS Global Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference 2009
CORONA, CA, May 29, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Mark Durand, Watson's senior vice president and chief financial officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the UBS Global Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference 2009 on Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. London Daylight Saving Time (DST) (8:30 a.m. EDT). This presentation will be webcast live and can be... 
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May.22.09Watson to Present at the Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. Twenty-Fifth Annual Strategic Decisions 2009 Conference
CORONA, CA, May 22, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. Twenty-Fifth Annual Strategic Decisions 2009 Conference on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed ... 
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May.21.09Watson Launches GELNIQUE(TM) (oxybutynin chloride) Gel 10%, First and Only Topical Gel for Overactive Bladder (OAB)
- Bold and innovative marketing campaign will target women and highlight product's efficacy, ease of use and excellent tolerability - CORONA, Calif., May 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, announced today the launch of GELNIQUE(TM) (oxybutynin chloride) gel 10%, first and only topical gel for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency. ... 
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May.18.09Watson Provides Update on Ferrlecit(R) Supply and Distribution Agreement
--Watson to Market and Sell Ferrlecit(R) through December 31, 2009 CORONA, Calif., May 18, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that the Swiss Chambers of Commerce Court of Arbitration has ruled that the Ferrlecit(R) (sodium ferric gluconate complex in sucrose) supply and distribution agreements between Watson and Sanofi-aventis will expire on December 31, 2009. As a result of today's... 
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May.18.09Watson Promotes Patricia Eisenhaur to VP Investor Relations and Corporate Communications
CORONA, CA, May 18, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the promotion of Patricia L. Eisenhaur, 46, to Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications. "Since joining the company, Patty has played a key role in building our investor relations function and raising Watson's visibility with shareholders, analysts and the media," said Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Exec... 
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May.08.09RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin) Provides Rapid and Sustained Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Symptom Relief in as Little as Three Days
- Significant peak urine flow (Qmax) improvements within 2-6 hours of the first dose, according to published data - CORONA, Calif., May 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin), a new, uniquely selective alpha blocker for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of BPH, produces rapid improvements of both irritative and obstructive urinary symptoms that were sustained for 12 weeks, according to data published in the June issue of The Journal of Urology. RAPAFLO(TM) was ... 
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May.07.09Watson to Present at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch 2009 Health Care Conference
CORONA, CA, May 07, 2009 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Bank of America and Merrill Lynch 2009 Health Care Conference on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at 8:40 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be acce... 
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May.01.09Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Its 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
CORONA, CA, May 01, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday, May 8, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. As part of the meeting, Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business. The webcast can be accessed at Watson Pharm... 
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Apr.30.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2009 Results; Raises 2009 Outlook
Record Total Net Revenue of $667 Million; GAAP EPS $0.43; Adjusted EPS $0.58 CORONA, Calif., April 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2009. First Quarter 2009 Results Net revenue for the first quarter 2009 increased $40.4 million or six percent from the first quarter 2008 to a record $667.4 million, and net inco... 
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Apr.28.09Watson Confirms Filing of Abbreviated New Drug Application for Generic Enablex(R)
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - CORONA, Calif., April 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market its darifenacin hydrobromide extended-release 7.5 mg and 15 mg product prior to the expiration of a patent owned by Novartis AG. Watson's darifenacin hydrobromide e... 
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Apr.28.09Presented Data Confirm That RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin) Provides Rapid, Highly Effective, Symptom Relief for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Patients
- Uniquely Selective Agent Offers Significant Improvement - CHICAGO, April 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Data to be presented at the American Urological Association's (AUA) Annual Conference show that RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin) produces rapid and sustained improvements of both irritative and obstructive urinary symptoms associated with BPH, with statistically significant symptom relief within three to four days of starting treatment. RAPAFLO(TM) is a new, uniquely selective alpha block... 
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Apr.27.09New Data Presented at AUA's Annual Conference Prove GELNIQUE(TM) (oxybutynin chloride) 10% gel is an Effective, Safe Option for Female Overactive Bladder (OAB) Patients
- First and Only Topical Gel for OAB to Launch in U.S. Next Month - CHICAGO, April 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Data to be presented at the American Urological Association's (AUA) Annual Conference show that GELNIQUE(TM) (oxybutynin chloride) 10% gel significantly improves symptoms of OAB and urinary urge incontinence in women with the condition. By the end of the 12-week study period, 27 percent of women treated with GELNIQUE achieved complete urinary continence versus 15.6 per... 
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Apr.22.09Watson Files FDA Applications for Generic Mucinex(R)
- Paragraph IV Litigation Underway - CORONA, Calif., April 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has filed two Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market its guaifenesin extended-release 600mg and 1200mg tablets and its dextromethorphan HBr/guaifenesin extended-release 30mg/600mg and 60mg/1200mg tablets prior to t... 
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Apr.22.09Watson to Host and Webcast Investment Community Meeting at American Urological Association Annual Meeting
- Company to Highlight Data for its Two Newest Urological Products - CORONA, Calif., April 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a global leader in the development and distribution of pharmaceuticals, announced today that management will host and webcast a meeting for the investment community at the American Urological Association (AUA) Annual Meeting taking place in Chicago, Illinois, April 25-30, 2009. The company will be hosting the meeting t... 
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Apr.20.09Watson to Host First Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, CA, Apr 20, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its first quarter 2009 financial results on Thursday, April 30, 2009 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on April 30, 2009 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the Company's ou... 
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Apr.07.09Watson Announces United States Availability of RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin), a Novel New Treatment in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
-- New product, now available in pharmacies, will provide rapid symptom relief for number one reason men visit a urologist -- CORONA, Calif., April 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin), the company's new, uniquely selective alpha blocker for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is available for patients by prescription. ... 
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Mar.31.09Delaware Court Rules That Watson Does Not Infringe Patent Related to Generic Version of Concerta(R) and Declares Patent Invalid
CORONA, Calif., March 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the United States District Court for the District of Delaware has ruled that Watson's generic version of Concerta (methylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release tablets) does not infringe United States Patent No. 6,919,373 (the '373 Patent) and that the '373 Patent is invalid. The opinion, dated March 30, 2009, was issued by Jud... 
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Mar.23.09Watson Announces a Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Propafenone HCL Tablets Due to Oversized Tablets
Lot Number 112680A, Expiration Date July 31, 2010CORONA, CA, Mar 23, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that one lot of Propafenone HCL 225 mg Tablets sold in 100 count bottles in the United States is being voluntarily recalled to the consumer level as a precautionary measure. The lot is being recalled because some tablets may contain slightly higher levels of the active ingredient than spec... 
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Mar.16.09New, Published GELNIQUE Data Show Efficacy, Convenience and Excellent Tolerability
-- First and only topical gel for OAB expected to launch in May -- Corona, Calif., March 16, 2009 - New Phase 3 data, published in the April issue of The Journal of Urology, show that GELNIQUE™ (oxybutynin chloride) Gel 10%, the first and only topical gel approved for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB), is effective at improving the symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency and frequency, and is extremely well tolerated in adults. GELNIQUE is a quick drying, clear and color... 
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Mar.10.09Watson to Present at Cowen and Company 29th Annual Health Care Conference
CORONA, CA, Mar 10, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Mark Durand, Watson's senior vice president and chief financial officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Cowen and Company 29th Annual Health Care Conference on Monday, March 16, 2009 at 2:25 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmac... 
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Mar.06.09Watson Pharmaceuticals and Elan Settle Lawsuit Over Naproxen Sodium
CORONA, Calif., March 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has reached a settlement with Elan Corporation, Plc on outstanding patent litigation related to Watson's generic version of Naprelan(R) (naproxen sodium) tablets. Under the terms of the agreement, Watson will pay Elan $18 million in full settlement of all disputes related to Watson's development, manufacturing, marketing an... 
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Mar.02.09Watson to Present at Barclays Capital Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, CA, Mar 02, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Barclays Capital Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investo... 
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Feb.19.09Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Results; Provides 2009 Outlook
Fourth Quarter 2008 Total Net Revenue of $645.2 Million; Adjusted EPS $0.53; GAAP EPS $0.50; Full Year 2008 Total Net Revenue of $2.54 Billion Adjusted EPS $2.03; GAAP EPS $2.09 CORONA, Calif., Feb. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ende... 
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Feb.02.09Watson Acknowledges Federal Trade Commission Action Regarding AndroGel Patent Settlement
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the State of California have filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Central District of California alleging that the Company's 2006 patent lawsuit settlement with Solvay Pharmaceuticals Inc. related to AndroGel(R) 1% (testosterone gel) CIII is unlawful. "We are di... 
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Jan.29.09Watson to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
Company to Provide 2009 Outlook CORONA, CA, Jan 29, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its fourth quarter and full year 2008 financial results on Thursday, February 19, 2009 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on February 19, 2009 to discuss its fi... 
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Jan.27.09Watson's GELNIQUE(TM) (oxybutynin chloride) Gel 10% Approved by FDA for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder
CORONA, Calif., Jan 27, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- First and Only Topical Gel Provides Ease, Efficacy and Excellent Tolerability Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved GELNIQUE(TM) (oxybutynin chloride) Gel 10%, the first and only topical gel for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, an... 
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Jan.12.09Warner Chilcott and Watson Pharmaceuticals Announce Agreements on Loestrin(R) 24 and Femcon(R) Fe Patent Litigation
- Companies Enter Into Co-Promotion Agreement for Femring(R) and License and Supply Agreements for Development-Stage Oral Contraceptive - HAMILTON, Bermuda and CORONA, Calif., Jan. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) and Warner Chilcott Limited (Nasdaq: WCRX) announced today that they have entered into Settlement and License Agreements to resolve pending patent litigation related to Warner Chilcott's oral contraceptive products, Loestrin(R) 24... 
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Jan.06.09Watson to Present at the JP Morgan 27th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, CA, Jan 06, 2009 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the JP Morgan 27th Annual Healthcare Conference on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceutica... 
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Dec.31.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Mint Coated Nicotine Gum
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration to market its over-the-counter Nicotine Polacrilex Gum USP, coated mint flavor, in the 2 mg and 4 mg strengths. Nicotine Polacrilex Gum, coated mint flavor, is the generic equivalent of GlaxoSmith... 
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Dec.29.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Final Approval for Generic Mircette(R)
CORONA, CA — December 29, 2008 — Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leader in generic and specialty branded pharmaceuticals, today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol and ethinyl estradiol tablets, 0.15 mg/0.02 mg and 0.01 mg and placebo tablets (28- day regimen). Desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol and ethinyl... 
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Dec.16.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Generic Razadyne(R) ER Capsules
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received approval today from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for galantamine hydrobromide extended-release capsules, eq. to 8 mg, 16 mg and 24 mg (galantamine base). Galantamine hydrobromide extended-release capsules are th... 
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Nov.26.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Final Approval for Generic Wellbutrin XL(R) 150 mg
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc., has received final approval today from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Bupropion Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets (XL) in the 150 mg strength. Bupropion Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets is the generic equivalent... 
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Nov.25.08Watson Enters Into Agreement to Acquire Products Related to Teva's Proposed Acquisition of Barr
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced a definitive agreement to acquire a portfolio of generic pharmaceutical products that are being divested as a result of the proposed merger between Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, Ltd. and Barr Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The closing of the product acquisition is contingent upon the consummation of Teva's merger with Barr. The portfolio... 
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Nov.13.08Watson Announces the NDA for a 6-Month Formulation of TRELSTAR(R) Accepted for Filing by FDA for the Treatment of Advanced Prostate Cancer
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that its New Drug Application (NDA) for a 6-month formulation of TRELSTAR(R) (triptorelin pamoate), a luteinizing hormone releasing hormone (LHRH) agonist, has been accepted for filing by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Watson is seeking marketing approval of this TRELSTAR(R) formulation for the palliative treatment of adva... 
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Nov.06.08Watson to Present at the 2008 Annual Credit Suisse Health Care Conference
CORONA, CA, Nov 06, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2008 Annual Credit Suisse Health Care Conference on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pha... 
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Oct.29.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results
Total Net Revenue of $641 Million; GAAP EPS $0.62; Adjusted EPS $0.47 CORONA, Calif., Oct. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Third Quarter 2008 Results Net revenue for the third quarter 2008 increased $46.0 million or 8 percent from the third quarter 2007 to $640.7 million, and net income was $71.1 million, or $0.... 
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Oct.24.08Watson Files Lawsuit Against Barr for OXYTROL Patent Infringement
CORONA, CA, Oct 24, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc. has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court of Delaware against Barr Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and its subsidiary Barr Laboratories, Inc. for infringement of patents listed in the Orange Book for Watson's product OXYTROL(R) (Oxybutynin Transdermal System). The lawsuit is based upo... 
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Oct.17.08Watson to Host Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, CA, Oct 17, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2008 financial results on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on October 29, 2008 to discuss its financial results and provide an update o... 
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Oct.08.08Watson Announces Positive Data for Its Investigational Oxybutynin Topical Gel for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder at SUNA's Annual Conference
- New Research shows that oxybutynin topical gel may be a convenient alternative to currently available treatments for OAB - CORONA, Calif., Oct. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that investigators presented clinical pharmacokinetic data on oxybutynin chloride topical gel (OTG), its investigational therapy for overactive bladder (OAB). Previously, the efficacy and safety of OTG were dem... 
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Oct.08.08Watson Receives US FDA Approval for RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin) for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- RAPAFLO launch anticipated in early 2009 - CORONA, Calif., Oct. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin), the company's new alpha blocker for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of BPH. BPH is the number one reason patients visit urologists and is characterized by urination problems, including decreased... 
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Oct.01.08Watson Notified of OXYTROL(R) Patent Challenge
CORONA, Calif., Oct 01, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed the receipt of a Paragraph IV Certification Notice Letter relating to an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) submitted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) by a generic filer requesting approval to market and sell a generic version of OYXTROL(R) (Oxybutynin Transdermal System). In its Notice Letter... 
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Sep.29.08Watson Announces Positive Data for RAPAFLO(TM)(silodosin), Its Investigational Product for BPH, at Regional AUA Conferences
- Results demonstrate the efficacy, safety and tolerability of RAPAFLO(TM) alone or in combination with treatments for erectile dysfunction - CORONA, Calif., Sept. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that investigators presented efficacy and safety data on silodosin, its investigational treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, or prostate enlargement), at two regional meetings of the A... 
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Sep.05.08Watson Announces Change to Presentation Time at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Unplugged Conference
CORONA, CA, Sep 05, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced a change to its presentation time at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Unplugged Conference that is being held on Tuesday, September 9, 2008. Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation wil... 
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Sep.03.08Watson to Present at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Unplugged Conference
CORONA, CA, Sep 03, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Unplugged Conference on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson P... 
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Aug.13.08Watson Announces District Court Ruling in Naproxen Sodium Patent Suit
CORONA, Calif., Aug. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida ruled today that Watson's Naproxen Sodium ER tablets, the generic version of Naprelan(R), infringes Elan's U.S. Patent No. 5,637,320 (the "'320 Patent"). The action, Elan Corporation Plc v. Andrx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., was initially brought by Elan in October 199... 
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Aug.08.08Watson Announces Limited Recall Of Fentanyl
CORONA, CA - August 8, 2008 - Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that one lot of 75 mcg/hr Fentanyl Transdermal System patches sold in the United States is being voluntarily recalled from wholesalers and pharmacies. The recalled patches are from Lot Number 92461850, have expiration dates of August 31, 2009 and were manufactured by Watson Laboratories, Inc. The affected lot of Fentanyl Transdermal System patches was shipped to customers b... 
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Aug.06.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results
Total Net Revenue of $623 Million; GAAP EPS $0.53; Adjusted EPS $0.48 CORONA, Calif., Aug. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2008. Second Quarter 2008 Results Net revenue for the second quarter 2008 was $622.6 million and net income was $60.3 million, or $0.53 per diluted share. Net income for the second quarter 2008 includ... 
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Aug.05.08Urologists Should Recognize the Cardiac Safety of Prescribed Medications, Article Concludes
- QTc profile particularly important among BPH patients with cardiovascular risk factors - CORONA, Calif., Aug. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- A paper published in the current issue of Reviews in Urology (2008; 10(2):85-91) concludes that urologists and other physicians treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) should prescribe medications that do not affect the heart's electrical activity (heart repolarization), especially since most men with BPH are ol... 
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Jul.28.08Watson Names Clare Carmichael Senior VP Human Resources
CORONA, Calif., July 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the appointment of Clare Carmichael as Senior Vice President, Human Resources. Ms. Carmichael's appointment follows the planned retirement of long-time industry professional, Susan Skara, Senior Vice President, Human Resources. Ms. Carmichael brings to Watson more than 25 years of human resources experience within the pharmaceutical... 
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Jul.28.08Mylan Acquires Remaining Interest in Somerset Joint Venture From Watson
PITTSBURGH and CORONA, Calif., July 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mylan Inc. (NYSE: MYL) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Mylan has acquired Watson's 50 percent interest in the Somerset Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Somerset) joint venture. Details of the transaction remain confidential. Somerset, a proprietary research and development company located in Tampa, Florida, was formed in 1986, and since 1988, has been owned jointly by both Mylan and Watson. ... 
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Jul.25.08Watson Launches Omeprazole Delayed-Release Capsules, 40MG
- 180-Days of Marketing Exclusivity Begins - CORONA, Calif., July 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that its subsidiary has commenced commercial shipment of its Omeprazole Delayed-Release Capsules USP product in the 40mg strength from its Davie, Florida manufacturing facility. In conjunction with the launch, Watson has 180 days of marketing exclusivity for being the first ... 
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Jul.21.08Watson to Host Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, CA, Jul 21, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2008 financial results on Wednesday, August 6, 2008 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on August 6, 2008 to discuss its financial results and provide an updat... 
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Jun.30.08Watson Launches Generic MARINOL(R) Capsules
CORONA, Calif., June 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that, under a supply agreement with Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Watson has launched the authorized generic version of dronabinol in the 2.5, 5 and 10 mg once daily dosage strengths. Dronabinol is the generic version of Solvay Pharmaceuticals' MARINOL(R) (dronabinol) CIII Capsules, indicated to treat nausea and vomiting associated wit... 
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Jun.05.08Watson to Present at the Goldman Sachs Twenty-Ninth Annual Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, CA, Jun 05, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Goldman Sachs Twenty-Ninth Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Wa... 
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Jun.03.08Watson Receives FDA Approval of Potassium Chloride Extended-Release Capsules
CORONA, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") of its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Potassium-Chloride Extended-Release Capsules USP in the 8mEq and 10mEq strengths. Potassium-Chloride is the generic equivalent to KV Pharmaceutical's Micro-K(R) Extencaps(R) USP and is indicated for the ... 
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Jun.02.08Watson Receives Final Approval of Omeprazole Delayed-Release Capsules
CORONA, Calif., June 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") of its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Omeprazole Delayed-Release Capsules USP in the 10mg, 20mg and 40mg strengths. Watson has been awarded 180 days of marketing exclusivity for being the first to file an ANDA containing a paragraph IV... 
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May.28.08Watson Announces Oxybutynin Topical Gel NDA Accepted for Filing by FDA for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder
CORONA, Calif., May 28, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that its New Drug Application (NDA) for oxybutynin chloride topical gel (OTG), has been accepted for filing by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Watson is seeking marketing approval of this novel transdermal gel of oxybutynin hydrochloride for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). OTG is a clear,... 
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May.23.08Watson to Present at the UBS Global Specialty and Generic Pharmaceuticals Conference
CORONA, Calif., May 23, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the UBS Global Specialty and Generic Pharmaceuticals Conference on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. London BST (9:30 a.m. EDT). This presentation will be webcast live and can be ... 
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May.21.08Watson Announces Positive Data for Its New Investigational Products for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Overactive Bladder
- Innovative pipeline products highlight Watson's commitment to urology - Embargoed Until 2:10 PM EDT ORLANDO, Fla., May 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that investigators presented clinical data on two Phase 3 products at the American Urological Association's annual meeting. The abstracts include a cardiac safety trial involving silodosin, an in... 
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May.13.08Watson to Host and Webcast Investment Community Meeting at American Urological Association Annual Meeting
- Company to Highlight Significant and Expanding Commitment to the Treatment of Urological Diseases - CORONA, Calif., May 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that management will host and webcast a meeting for the investment community at the American Urological Association (AUA) Annual Meeting taking place in Orlando, Florida May 17-22, 2008. The company will ... 
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May.12.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Appointment of Andrew L. Turner as Chairman of the Board of Directors
- Allen Chao, Ph.D., to Resign from the Board of Directors - CORONA, Calif., May 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that following the Company's Annual Stockholder meeting, Allen Chao, Ph.D., Founder and Chairman of the Board, informed the Company of his decision to resign, effective May 12, 2008, from his position as a member of the Board of Directors, in order to pursue other business activities. Dr. Chao was a co-founder o... 
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May.09.08Watson to Present at the Bank of America 2008 Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., May 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Bank of America 2008 Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 12:40 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investo... 
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May.06.08Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Its 2008 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
CORONA, Calif., May 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2008 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday, May 9, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. The live presentation can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watson.com. An archived version of the webcast will be available for 30 days begin... 
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May.01.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2008 Results
Total Net Revenue of $627 Million; GAAP EPS $0.45; Adjusted EPS $0.55 CORONA, Calif., May 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2008. First Quarter 2008 Results Net revenue for the first quarter 2008 was $626.9 million and net income was $50.6 million, or $0.45 per diluted share. Net income for the first quarter 2008 included c... 
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Apr.30.08FDA Approves MIXJECT(TM), a Convenient, Easy-to-Use Drug Delivery System For Watson Pharmaceutical's TRELSTAR(R) DEPOT and TRELSTAR(R) LA
- New system addresses the needs of the medical community; builds on proven efficacy and safety of TRELSTAR(R) - CORONA, Calif., April 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved MIXJECT(TM), the new delivery system for TRELSTAR(R) (triptorelin pamoate for injectable suspension), a palliative treatment for advanced prostate... 
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Apr.29.08Watson Announces Removal of FDA Official Action Indicated Status at Its Davie, Florida Facility
- Company Announces Completion of FDA Inspection - CORONA, Calif., April 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") has completed the inspection of the company's Florida manufacturing facilities and has informed the Company that it has removed the Official Action Indicated ("OAI") status at Watson's Davie, Florida site. As a result of... 
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Apr.24.08Watson Files FDA Application for Generic FENTORA(R)
CORONA, Calif., April 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that its subsidiary Watson Laboratories, Inc. (a Nevada Corporation) has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market its Fentanyl Buccal Tablets C-II product prior to the expiration of patents owned by Cephalon, Inc. Watson's Fentanyl Buccal Tablets C-II p... 
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Apr.21.08Watson Files FDA Application for Generic YASMIN(R)
Paragraph IV Patent Challenge UnderwayCORONA, CA, Apr 21, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market its Drospirenone and Ethinyl Estradiol tablets (3.00 mg/0.03 mg) combination oral contraceptive product prior to the expiration of patents owned by Bay... 
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Apr.21.08Watson to Host First Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, CA, Apr 21, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its first quarter 2008 financial results on Thursday, May 1, 2008 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on May 1, 2008 to discuss its financial results and provide an update on the... 
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Mar.13.08Watson Files FDA Application for Generic LYBREL(R)
- Paragraph IV Patent Challenge Underway - CORONA, Calif., March 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market its Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol tablets, USP (0.09 mg/0.02 mg) extended-cycle oral contraceptive product prior to the expiration o... 
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Mar.12.08Watson to Present at Two Upcoming Healthcare Conferences
Cowen's 28th Annual Healthcare Conference on March 17, 2008; Lehman Brothers' 11th Annual Global Healthcare Conference on March 19, 2008CORONA, CA, Mar 12, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the company will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at two upcoming healthcare conferences: -- Paul Bisaro, Watson's President and Chief Executive Officer, wil... 
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Mar.04.08Watson Files Application for Generic SEASONIQUE(R)
CORONA, Calif., March 4, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market its levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol (0.15 mg/0.03 mg) extended-cycle oral contraceptive product, prior to the expiration of patents owned by Duramed Pharmaceuticals, Inc.... 
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Feb.20.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2007 Results; Provides 2008 Outlook
Fourth Quarter 2007: Total Net Revenue of $627 Million; GAAP EPS $0.34; Adjusted EPS $0.35 Fiscal Year 2007: Total Net Revenue Reaches $2.50 Billion; 2007 GAAP EPS $1.27; 2007 Adjusted EPS $1.37 CORONA, Calif., Feb. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company,... 
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Feb.13.08Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Inspection of Florida Facilities
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") has initiated an inspection of the company's Florida facilities. No information regarding the duration or outcome of the inspection is known. Since September 2005, the Davie, Florida manufacturing facility has been under Official Action Indicated ("OAI"). During that time, Watson h... 
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Feb.12.08Watson Announces Silodosin NDA Accepted for Filing by FDA for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that its New Drug Application (NDA) for silodosin, a novel alpha(1)- adrenoreceptor antagonist, has been accepted for filing by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Watson is seeking marketing approval of silodosin from the FDA for the treatment of the signs and symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or en... 
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Feb.07.08Watson Names Francois Menard Senior VP Generics Research and Development
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the appointment of Francois A. Menard, Ph.D., 48, as Senior Vice President, Generics Research and Development. Dr. Menard brings to Watson more than 20 years of pharmaceutical research and development experience, specifically in the areas of pharmaceutical and analytical development, biopharmaceutics, project management and regulator... 
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Feb.05.08Watson to Distribute Alendronate Tablets
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the company expects to initiate shipments of alendronate sodium in the 35 and 70 mg once weekly dosage strengths when Fosamax(R) loses market exclusivity, which is anticipated to occur at the close of business on February 6, 2008. Alendronate sodium is the generic version of Merck's Fosamax(R) tablets, indicated for the treatment o... 
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Feb.01.08Watson to Present at the 2008 Merrill Lynch Global Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology and Medical Device Conference
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2008 Merrill Lynch Global Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology and Medical Device Conference on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at 1:40 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be... 
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Jan.24.08Watson to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2007 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., Jan. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its fourth quarter and full year 2007 financial results on Wednesday, February 20, 2008 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on February 20, 2008 to discuss its financial results and provide ... 
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Jan.07.08Watson Announces Positive Results From Its Pivotal Study of Oxybutynin Topical Gel for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder
- Company on Target to File NDA in Second Quarter of 2008 - CORONA, Calif., Jan. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced positive results today from its Phase 3 study of oxybutynin topical gel (OTG) in patients with overactive bladder (OAB). The study met its primary endpoint of a statistically significant reduction in incontinence episodes, and secondary endpoints of reduction in frequency an... 
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Jan.03.08Watson Launches Generic Biaxin(R) XL
CORONA, Calif., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today it has launched Clarithromycin Extended-Release Tablets, USP in the 500 mg strength. Watson's Clarithromycin Extended-Release product is the generic equivalent to Abbott's Biaxin(R) XL, which is indicated to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. For the 12-months ending ... 
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Jan.02.08Watson Receives FDA Approval for Generic DuoNeb(R)
CORONA, Calif., Jan 02, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Ipratropium Bromide and Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution in the 0.5 mg/3 mg strength. Watson's Ipratropium Bromide and Albuterol Sulfate product is the gene... 
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Dec.31.07Watson to Present at the JP Morgan 26th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, CA, Dec 31, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Paul Bisaro, Watson's president and chief executive officer, will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the JP Morgan 26th Annual Healthcare Conference on Monday, January 7, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceutical... 
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Dec.14.07Watson Confirms Patent Litigation With Barr Related to Seasonale(R)
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, confirmed today that Duramed Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Barr Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has filed a patent lawsuit against Watson and certain of its subsidiaries related to Quasense(TM) (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol tablets USP), Watson's generic version of Seasonale(R), an extended cycle oral contraceptive. The lawsuit assert... 
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Dec.06.07Watson and Novartis Settle Lawsuit Over Exelon(R) Patent Litigation
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has reached a settlement with Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Novartis Pharma AG, Novartis AG, Novartis International Pharmaceutical Ltd., and Proterra AG (collectively "Novartis") on outstanding patent litigation related to Watson's generic version of Exelon(R) (rivastigmine tartrate) capsules. Under the terms of the ... 
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Dec.04.07Watson and Biovail Settle Lawsuit Over Cardizem(R) LA
- Watson to Launch Generic Version in April 2009 - CORONA, Calif., Dec. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has reached a settlement with Biovail Laboratories International SRL on outstanding patent litigation against Andrx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a subsidiary of Watson, related to Andrx's generic version of Cardizem(R) LA (diltiazem extended-release tablets). Under t... 
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Nov.27.07Watson Receives FDA Approval For Generic Combunox(R)
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Oxycodone Hydrochloride and Ibuprofen Tablets (CII) in the 5 mg/400 mg strength. Watson's Oxycodone Hydrochloride and Ibuprofen product is the generic equivalent to Forest Laboratories I... 
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Nov.16.07Watson Names Mark Durand Chief Financial Officer
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the appointment of Mark W. Durand, 48, as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Durand brings to Watson more than 20 years of executive pharmaceutical experience in finance, operations, business development and marketing. As Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Watson, Mr. Durand will be responsib... 
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Nov.13.07Watson Announces Presentation Time Change at Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference
CORONA, CA, Nov 13, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today a time change for the Company's presentation at the 2007 Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference scheduled for Thursday, November 15, 2007. Watson's presentation will take place on November 15, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Inves... 
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Nov.09.07Watson to Present at the 2007 Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference
CORONA, CA, Nov 09, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 2007 Credit Suisse Healthcare Conference on Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site ... 
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Nov.07.07Watson Files FDA Application for Generic YAZ(R)
- Paragraph IV Patent Challenge Underway - CORONA, Calif., Nov. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market a generic version of YAZ(R) tablets prior to the expiration of patents owned by Bayer Schering Pharma AG and Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals... 
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Nov.06.07Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results
- Company Reports Total Net Revenue of $595 Million - - GAAP EPS of $0.31 and Adjusted EPS of $0.33 - CORONA, Calif., Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its third quarter ended September 30, 2007. Net revenue for the third quarter 2007 was $594.7 million and net income was $34.6 million, or $0.31 per diluted share. Exc... 
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Nov.01.07Watson to Present at the CIBC World Markets 18th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, CA, Nov 01, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CIBC World Markets 18th Annual Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 10:55 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site a... 
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Oct.29.07Warner Chilcott and Watson Pharmaceuticals Announce Launch of Tilia(TM) Fe
FAJARDO, Puerto Rico and CORONA, Calif., Oct. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Warner Chilcott Company, Inc. and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today that under a supply agreement between Warner Chilcott and Watson Pharma, Inc., Watson has launched Tilia(TM) Fe (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol tablets, USP and ferrous fumarate tablets), the generic version of Warner Chilcott's oral contraceptive Estrostep(R) Fe. Under the terms of the agreement, Warner Chilcott will... 
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Oct.08.07Watson to Host Third Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., Oct. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2007 financial results on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on November 6, 2007 to discuss its financial results and provide an outlook for the re... 
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Oct.03.07Watson Files Application for Generic FEMCON(R) Fe
- Paragraph IV Patent Challenge Underway - CORONA, Calif., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market a generic version of FEMCON(R) Fe tablets prior to the expiration of patents owned by Warner Chilcott Company, Inc., a subsidiary of Warner C... 
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Sep.26.07Watson Receives FDA Approval for Generic Accuneb(R)
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for albuterol sulfate inhalation solution in the 0.021% (base) and 0.042% (base) strengths. Watson has been awarded 180 days of marketing exclusivity for being the first to file an ANDA con... 
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Sep.25.07Depomed and Watson Expand ProQuin(R) XR Promotion Agreement to Include Ob/Gyn Field
MENLO PARK, Calif. & CORONA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 25, 2007--Depomed, Inc. (NASDAQ: DEPO) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that the companies have expanded their co-promotion agreement to grant Watson the right to promote Depomed's ProQuin(R) XR in the obstetrics/gynecology (Ob/Gyn) specialty market area. ProQuin XR is a once-daily, extended-release formulation of ciprofloxacin hydrochloride for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infectio... 
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Sep.04.07Watson Receives First FDA Approval for Manufacturing Product at Its Goa, India Facility
CORONA, Calif., Sept 04, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received its first U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) product approval at its Goa, India facility. During the next several months the company plans to seek FDA approval to manufacture additional solid dosage products at the facility. By early 2008, the Goa facility is expected to be producing... 
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Sep.04.07Watson to Present at the Bear Stearns 20th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Bear Stearns 20th Annual Healthcare Conference on Monday, September 10, 2007 at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.wats... 
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Aug.21.07Watson Receives FDA Approval For Generic Duragesic(R)
CORONA, Calif., Aug 21, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for fentanyl transdermal system in the 25, 50, 75 & 100 mcg/hour strengths. Fentanyl transdermal system is the generic equivalent to ALZA Corporation's Duragesic(R),... 
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Aug.02.07Watson Announces CEO Succession Plan
- Allen Chao, Ph.D., to Retire as CEO - - Paul Bisaro to Succeed Chao as President and Chief Executive Officer - CORONA, Calif., Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Allen Chao, Ph.D., 61, its Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, will retire as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 4, 2007. Dr. Chao will remain Chairman of the Board and, until the end of 2007, will assume ... 
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Aug.02.07Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2007 Results
- Company Reports Total Net Revenue of $603 Million - - GAAP EPS of $0.33 and Adjusted EPS of $0.34 -CORONA, Calif., Aug 02, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its second quarter ended June 30, 2007. Net revenue for the second quarter 2007 was $603.0 million and net income was $36.4 million, or $0.33 per diluted share. Excluding special items as ... 
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Jul.23.07Depomed Enters Into Promotion Agreement With Watson For Proquin® XR
MENLO PARK, Calif. and CORONA, Calif. July 23, 2007 - Depomed, Inc. (NASDAQ: DEPO) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Depomed and Watson Pharma have entered into a co-promotion agreement for ProQuin® XR, Depomed's extended release formulation of ciprofloxacin hydrochloride for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Under the agreement, Depomed has granted Watson a co-exclusive right to promote ProQuin XR for the urology and long-term care s... 
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Jul.23.07Watson to Host Second Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., July 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2007 financial results on Thursday, August 2, 2007 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on August 2, 2007 to discuss its financial results and provide an outlook for the res... 
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Jun.13.07Watson Receives FDA Final Approval for Generic Wellbutrin XL(R) 300 Mg
CORONA, Calif., June 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for bupropion hydrochloride extended-release tablets, 300 mg. Bupropion hydrochloride extended-release is the generic equivalent to GlaxoSmithKline's Wellbutrin XL(R) tablets, which is indicated for th... 
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Jun.05.07Watson to Present at the Goldman Sachs Twenty-Eighth Annual Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., June 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Goldman Sachs Twenty-Eighth Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 13, 2007 at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at ... 
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May.23.07Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Bank of America 2007 Health Care Conference
CORONA, Calif., May 23, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Bank of America 2007 Health Care Conference on Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 1:20 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at... 
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May.21.07Watson Enters Into Agreement to Permit Sandoz to Launch Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release 50 mg Tablets; Relinquishes 180-Day Market Exclusivity
CORONA, Calif., May 21, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that pursuant to an agreement with Sandoz, a subsidiary of Novartis AG, Watson has relinquished its rights to a 180-day period of marketing exclusivity for its 50 mg strength of metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets (the generic equivalent to AstraZeneca PLC's Toprol XL(R) 50 mg product). Watson was awa... 
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May.01.07Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2007 Results
- Company Reports Total Net Revenue of $672 Million - - GAAP EPS of $0.29 and Adjusted EPS of $0.34 - - Company Reports Strong Adjusted EBITDA and Operating Cash Flow -CORONA, Calif., May 1, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its first quarter ended March 31, 2007. Net revenue for the first quarter 2007 was $671.6 million and net income was $31.6 m... 
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Apr.27.07Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Its 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
CORONA, Calif., April 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday, May 4, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. The live presentation can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonpharm.com. An archived version of the webcast will be available for 30 da... 
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Apr.25.07Watson to Host First Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., April 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its first quarter 2007 financial results on Tuesday, May 1, 2007 following the close of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on May 1, 2007 to discuss its financial results and provide an outlook for the rest of ... 
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Apr.09.07Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the CIBC World Markets Annual Biotechnology & Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference
CORONA, Calif., April 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CIBC World Markets Annual Biotechnology & Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference on Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Rela... 
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Mar.16.07Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Lehman Brothers Tenth Annual Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., March 16, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an update on the Company's business at the Lehman Brothers Tenth Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Monday, March 19, 2007 at 10:15 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relatio... 
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Feb.27.07Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2006 Results
Company Reports Fourth Quarter Total Net Revenue of $621 Million; 2006 Total Net Revenue Reaches $1.98 Billion; 2006 Operating Cash Flow Reaches $471 Million; Company Provides Outlook for 2007 CORONA, Calif., Feb. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported fourth quarter and full year 2006 financial results, which i... 
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Feb.12.07Watson and GlaxoSmithKline Settle Lawsuit Over Wellbutrin Xl(R)
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has reached a settlement with GlaxoSmithKline on outstanding patent litigation related to Wellbutrin XL(R) (bupropion hydrochloride) extended-release tablets 150mg. In December 2005, Andrx Corporation filed a patent infringement lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida against GlaxoSmithKline ... 
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Feb.01.07Watson to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2006 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its fourth quarter and full year 2006 financial results on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 following the close of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) that afternoon to discuss the results and provide an outlook for 20... 
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Jan.16.07Watson Announces Positive Phase 3 Study Results on Silodosin for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- Statistical Significance Reached on Primary and Secondary Endpoints - CORONA, Calif., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced positive top-line data from two Phase 3 studies of silodosin, the Company's investigational drug being studied for the treatment of signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The primary objective of the trials was to demonstrate that 8mg silod... 
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Dec.11.06Watson Appoints Thomas Giordano as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the appointment of Thomas R. Giordano as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer. Mr. Giordano will be responsible for all facets of Watson's information technology strategy and operations domestically. Mr. Giordano will report to Allen Chao, Ph.D., Watson's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Giordano joins Watso... 
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Nov.14.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Credit Suisse 2006 Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an update on the Company's business at the Credit Suisse 2006 Healthcare Conference on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonpharm... 
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Nov.07.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Third Quarter 2006 Results
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2006. Net revenue for the third quarter increased seven percent to $440.5 million, compared to $410.3 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2005. Third quarter total net revenue growth was driven by higher product sales in the Company's Generic division as a resu... 
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Nov.03.06Watson to Present at the CIBC World Markets 17th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an update on the Company's business at the CIBC World Markets 17th Annual Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir... 
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Oct.18.06Watson Certifies Substantial Compliance With FTC Second Request
CORONA, Calif., Oct. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has certified to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that it believes it is in substantial compliance with the FTC's May 1, 2006 request for additional information (also known as a second request). The FTC issued the second request in connection with its review of Watson's pending acquisition of Andrx Corporation (Nasdaq: ADRX) under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improve... 
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Oct.10.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Resignation of Chief Financial Officer
CORONA, Calif., Oct 10, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that Charles P. Slacik, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has resigned effective October 20, 2006, to take the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Beckman Coulter, Inc. Beckman Coulter is a leading global manufacturer of biomedical testing instrument systems and ... 
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Oct.10.06Watson to Host Third Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., Oct 10, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2006 financial results on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 following the close of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast on November 7, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) to discuss the results and provide an... 
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Sep.13.06Watson and Unimed Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Settle Lawsuit Over AndroGel(R) Testosterone Gel
- Companies Enter Into Co-Promotion Agreement for AndroGel(R) - CORONA, Calif., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has reached a settlement with Unimed Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Laboratories Besins Iscovesco on outstanding patent litigation related to AndroGel(R) 1% (testosterone gel) CIII, a topical testosteron... 
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Sep.07.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Final Approval for Generic Seasonale(R)
CORONA, Calif., Sept 07, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for levonorgestrel / ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, 0.15 mg / 0.03 mg. Levonorgestrel / ethinyl estradiol tablets, USP, is the generic equivalent to Duramed Pharmaceuticals' Se... 
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Sep.05.06Watson Names Thomas Russillo as President, U.S. Generics Division
- Andrew Boyer Promoted to Senior VP, Sales and Marketing, U.S. Generics Division -CORONA, Calif., Sept 05, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (NYSE: WPI) today announced the appointment of Thomas R. Russillo as Executive Vice President of the Corporation and President, U.S. Generics Division. "I am delighted to welcome Tom into the Watson organization," began Allen Chao, Ph.D., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "I know Tom to be a t... 
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Aug.08.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2006 Results
CORONA, Calif., Aug. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2006. Net revenue for the second quarter increased 23 percent to $510.4 million, compared to $416.3 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. Second quarter total net revenue growth was driven by higher product sales in the Company's Generic division as a result of new... 
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Jul.14.06Watson to Host Second Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., July 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2006 financial results on Tuesday, August 8, 2006 following the close of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) that afternoon to discuss the results and provide an outlook for the rest of 2006. ... 
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Jul.10.06Watson and Andrx Amend Merger Agreement; Deadline Extended to November 13, 2006 to Allow for Further FTC Review
CORONA, Calif. & FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 10, 2006--Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE:WPI) and Andrx Corporation (Nasdaq:ADRX) today announced that they have entered into an amendment to their March 12, 2006 definitive merger agreement pursuant to which, subject to certain conditions, the deadline to close the transaction has been extended from September 12, 2006 until November 13, 2006. The amendment will allow the parties additional time to confer with the Feder... 
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Jun.09.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Goldman Sachs Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., June 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an update on the Company's business at the Goldman Sachs Global Healthcare Conference on Thursday, June 15, 2006 at 10:40 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonpharm.c... 
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Jun.01.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 0.1mg / 0.02mg
CORONA, Calif., June 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application for levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, 0.1mg / 0.02mg, a generic version of Berlex's Levlite(R) product which is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy. The Company intends to... 
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May.12.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Bank of America 2006 Health Care Conference
CORONA, Calif., May 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Bank of America 2006 Health Care Conference on Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 10:40 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonpharm... 
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May.09.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2006 Results
- Company Reports Total Revenue of $407 Million - - Operating Cash Flow Remains Strong at $136 Million - CORONA, Calif., May 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its first quarter ended March 31, 2006. Net revenue for the first quarter increased two percent to $407.2 million, compared to $400.8 million for the first quarter ended ... 
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May.09.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Tentative Approval for Generic Seasonale(R)
CORONA, Calif., May 9, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced that it has received tentative approval today from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for levonorgestrel / ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, 0.15 mg / 0.03 mg. Levonorgestrel / ethinyl estradiol tablets USP is the generic equivalent to Duramed Pharmaceuti... 
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May.03.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host First Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., May 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its first quarter 2006 financial results on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 prior to the open of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) that morning to discuss the results and provide an outlook for the rest of 2006. The dial-... 
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May.01.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Its 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
CORONA, Calif., May 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday, May 5, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. The live presentation can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonpharm.com. An archived version of the webcast will be available for up to 30... 
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Apr.25.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Pravastatin Tablets
CORONA, Calif., April 25, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that under a distribution agreement with Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE: BMY), the Company has initiated shipments of pravastatin sodium tablets in the 10, 20 and 40 mg. strengths. Pravastatin sodium distributed by Watson, is the authorized generic version of Bristol-Myers Squibb's Pravachol(R) product a... 
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Apr.13.06Watson Completes Acquisition of Mumbai-Based Sekhsaria Chemicals Ltd.
CORONA, Calif., April 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced it has completed its acquisition of Sekhsaria Chemicals Ltd. of Mumbai, India. Sekhsaria provides process research and development and contract manufacturing services to the global pharmaceutical industry, including the development and manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) and related intermediates. The company curren... 
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Apr.03.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the CIBC Annual Biotechnology and Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference
CORONA, Calif., April 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CIBC Biotechnology and Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference on Tuesday, April 4, 2006 at 2:15 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http:... 
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Mar.30.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Divest Injectable Manufacturing Facility in Arizona
CORONA, Calif., March 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- As part of an ongoing effort to optimize its manufacturing operations, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced its plan to divest its injectable manufacturing facility located in Phoenix, Arizona. The Phoenix facility currently manufactures fifteen products, including several manufactured for third parties. Over the next twelve months, the Company plans to establish co... 
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Feb.16.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2005 Results
- Company Reports Fourth Quarter Total Net Revenue of $419 Million; 2005 Total Net Revenue Reaches $1.65 Billion; Board Authorizes Up to $300 Million Share Repurchase Program; Company Provides Outlook for 2006 - CORONA, Calif., Feb. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its fourth quarter and full year ended Dec... 
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Feb.07.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host Meeting to Discuss Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2005 Results
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it will host a meeting with financial analysts at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on Thursday, February 16, 2006. Watson's senior management will discuss the Company's fourth quarter and full year 2005 financial results, outlook for 2006 and recent corporate developments. The Company plans to release its earnings and outlook on Fe... 
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Jan.30.06Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Testosterone Gel Product
CORONA, Calif., Jan. 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall-- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for testosterone gel 1% CIII. Testosterone gel 1% CIII is the generic equivalent to Solvay Pharmaceutical's AndroGel(R), which is indicated for replacement therapy in males for conditions asso... 
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Jan.09.06Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the 24th Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Jan. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the 24th Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, January 11, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonph... 
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Nov.15.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Credit Suisse First Boston Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov 15, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Credit Suisse First Boston Annual Healthcare Conference on Friday, November 18, 2005 at 8:30 a.m. Mountain Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relati... 
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Nov.04.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the CIBC World Markets 16th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CIBC World Markets 16th Annual Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.... 
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Nov.02.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results
- Company Reports Total Revenue of $410.3 Million; Earnings per Share of $0.36 - - Nine Month Cash Flow From Operations Approaches $280 Million - CORONA, Calif., Nov. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its third quarter ended September 30, 2005. Net revenues increased one percent to $410.3 million, as compared to $40... 
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Oct.18.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Named Exclusive Distributor of Authorized Generic OxyContin(R) Tablets
CORONA, Calif., Oct. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that, under a supply agreement with Purdue Pharma L.P., Watson has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of authorized generic oxycodone HCl controlled-release tablets C-II in 10, 20, 40 and 80 mg dosage strengths. Oxycodone HCl is the generic version of Purdue's OxyContin(R) (C-II) Tablets, a narcotic analgesic indicated for the ... 
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Oct.12.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host Third Quarter 2005 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., Oct. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2005 financial results on Wednesday, November 2, 2005 after the close of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Wednesday, November 2, 2005 to discuss the results and provide an outlook for the ... 
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Oct.11.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Consolidate Solid Dosage Manufacturing Facilities
CORONA, Calif., Oct. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced its plan to consolidate certain of its solid dosage manufacturing operations, as part of an ongoing effort to optimize the Company's manufacturing operations. Over the last several years, Watson has made significant improvements and enhancements to its solid dosage manufacturing facilities, creating the opportunity for its Carmel, ... 
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Sep.15.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Pledges Support for Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort
CORONA, Calif., Sept 15, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it will donate $600,000 worth of brand and generic prescription drug products and cash to support relief efforts for victims of Hurricane Katrina in the Gulf States. In collaboration with a number of major chain drug stores, the Company will provide access to pharmaceutical products at no cost for pati... 
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Sep.13.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Completion of $300 Million Share Repurchase Program
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that the company has completed its $300 million share repurchase program. The share repurchase program was announced in February 2005 and authorized the repurchase of up to $300 million of the company's common stock over a one year period. Watson has repurchased a total of approximately 9.4 million shares, or $300 million of its common ... 
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Sep.07.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Bear Stearns 18th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Bear Stearns 18th Annual Healthcare Conference on Monday, September 12, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watson... 
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Aug.08.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Dedicates New Distribution Facility in Gurnee, Illinois
GURNEE, Ill., Aug. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today dedicated a new distribution facility in Gurnee, Illinois, celebrating the completion of a distribution operations enhancement initiative. The new 272,000 square-foot facility nearly doubles Watson's capacity to meet its customers' growing demand for generic and brand pharmaceutical products. "We are thrilled to move into our new Gurnee Distribution Center and to bec... 
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Aug.01.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Desogestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 0.15MG / 0.03MG
CORONA, Calif., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application for desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, 0.15mg / 0.03mg, a generic version of Ortho-McNeil's Ortho-Cept(R) and Organon's Desogen(R) products which are indicated for the prevention of pregnanc... 
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Jul.27.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2005 Results
- Company Reports Total Revenue of $416 Million; Earnings Per Share of $0.35 - - Six Month Cash Flow From Operations Exceeds $177 Million - CORONA, Calif., July 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its second quarter ended June 30, 2005. Net revenues increased 4 percent to $416.3 million, as compared to $399.4 million for the second quarter ended June 30, ... 
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Jul.14.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host Second Quarter 2005 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., July 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2005 financial results on Wednesday, July 27, 2005 after the close of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on Wednesday, July 27, 2005 to discuss the results and provide an outlook for the rest of 2005. ... 
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Jun.16.05Somerset Files Response to EMSAM(R) Action Letter
FDA Considers Response Complete - Issues PDUFA Review Date PITTSBURGH and CORONA, Calif., June 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mylan Laboratories Inc. (NYSE: MYL) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that Somerset Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has submitted a response to the United States Food and Drug Administration's Action letter, dated January 30, 2004, related to EMSAM(R) (selegiline transdermal system). The FDA has accepted Somerset's May 26, 2005 response as com... 
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Jun.13.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Commences Phase 3 Studies on Silodosin for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
CORONA, Calif., June 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it has commenced Phase 3 clinical studies on silodosin, its investigational drug being studied to treat the signs and symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). This condition is characterized by a non- cancerous enlarged prostate that leads to obstructive and irritative urinary symptoms. In the United States (US) BPH affects more... 
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Jun.10.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Goldman Sachs 26th Annual Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., June 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the Goldman Sachs 26th Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Thursday, June 16, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at... 
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May.16.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Banc of America Securities Health Care Conference 2005
CORONA, Calif., May 16, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Banc of America Securities Health Care Conference on Wednesday, May 18, 2005 at 1:20 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at ht... 
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May.09.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Its 2005 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
CORONA, Calif., May 9, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2005 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Friday, May 13, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. The live presentation can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonpharm.com. An archived version of the webcast will be availabl... 
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May.05.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2005 Results
- Company Reports Total Revenue of $401 Million; Earnings per Share of $0.33 - - Cash Flow from Operations Tops $105 Million - CORONA, Calif., May 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its first quarter ended March 31, 2005. Net revenues declined two percent to $400.8 million, as compared to $409.7 million for t... 
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Apr.25.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host First Quarter 2005 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., April 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its first quarter 2005 financial results on Thursday, May 5, 2005 after the close of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on Thursday, May 5, 2005 to discuss the results and provide an outlook for 2005. The dial-in... 
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Apr.18.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Names Edward F. Heimers, Jr. President of Watson's Brand Division
Industry Veteran to Lead Company's Brand Products Initiatives CORONA, Calif., April 18, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced the appointment of Edward F. Heimers, Jr., 58, as Executive Vice President of the company and President of Watson's Brand division. "I am very pleased to welcome Ed to the executive management team," began Allen Chao, Ph.D., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "Ed's broad mix of marketing, sales an... 
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Apr.04.05Watson Pharmaceuticals' TRELSTAR(R) DEPOT and TRELSTAR(R) LA (Triptorelin Pamoate for Injectable Suspension) Now Available Nationwide
CORONA, Calif., April 4, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, has made available nationwide TRELSTAR(R) DEPOT and TRELSTAR(R) LA (triptorelin pamoate for injectable suspension) for the palliative treatment of advanced prostate cancer when orchiectomy (surgical removal of the testicles) or estrogen administration are either not indicated or are unacceptable to the patient. TRELSTAR(R), a synthetic hor... 
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Mar.28.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Lehman Brothers Eighth Annual Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., March 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Lehman Brothers 8th Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://... 
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Mar.14.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the SG Cowen & Co. 25th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., March 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the SG Cowen & Co. 25th Annual Healthcare Conference on Thursday, March 17, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.wats... 
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Feb.10.05Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2004 Results
- Fourth Quarter Total Net Revenue Reaches $424 Million - -2004 Total Net Revenue Grows to Over $1.6 Billion - -Board Authorizes Up To $300 Million Share Repurchase Program - -Company Provides Outlook for 2005 - CORONA, Calif., Feb 10, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, reported today its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2004. Total... 
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Feb.03.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2004 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its fourth quarter and full year 2004 financial results on Thursday, February 10, 2005 after the close of the U.S. financial markets. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Thursday, February 10, 2005 to discuss the results and provide an outlo... 
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Jan.07.05Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the 23rd Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Jan. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview and update of the Company's business at the 23rd Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference on Monday, January 10, 2005 at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.wa... 
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Dec.22.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Generic Bupropion Hydrochloride Sustained-Release 200mg Tablets
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that, under a supply agreement with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Watson has initiated shipments of bupropion hydrochloride sustained-release 200mg tablets; the generic version of GSK's Wellbutrin SR(R) 200mg, which is indicated for the treatment of depression. For the 12-months ending October 2004, Wellbutrin SR(R) 200mg had sales of approximate... 
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Nov.22.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Lazard Life Sciences Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov 22, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Lazard Life Sciences Conference on Tuesday, November 30, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonp... 
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Nov.22.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval For Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 0.1MG / 0.02MG
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application for levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, 0.1mg / 0.02mg, a generic version of Wyeth's Alesse(R), which is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy. The Company intends to in... 
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Nov.08.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Citalopram Hydrobromide Tablets 10MG, 20MG and 40MG
CORONA, Calif., Nov 8, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for citalopram hydrobromide tablets, in the 10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg strengths. Citalopram hydrobromide tablets are the generic version of Forest Laboratories' Celexa(R), which is indi... 
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Nov.04.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the CIBC World Markets 15th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CIBC World Markets 15th Annual Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, November 10, 2004 at 11:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://i... 
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Oct.27.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Third Quarter 2004 Results
- Total Net Revenue Increases to $408 Million - - Strong Cash Flow From Operations at $110 Million - CORONA, Calif., Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, reported today its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2004. Total net revenue for the third quarter of 2004 increased 14 percent to $408.0 million, as compared to $358.8 million for... 
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Oct.25.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Senior Management Change
- Company Initiates Search for Two Business Unit Presidents - - Watson's President and Chief Operating Officer to Depart - CORONA, Calif., Oct. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today the strategic decision to create the position of President for each of its business units, Brands and Generics, reporting directly to Allen Chao, Ph.D., Watson's Chairman and Chief Executive... 
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Oct.20.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host Third Quarter 2004 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., Oct. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its third quarter 2004 financial results on Wednesday, October 27, 2004 after the close of the trading day. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on that day to discuss the results and provide an outlook for the fourth quarter and full year 2004. The... 
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Oct.05.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Provides Update on Genelabs Technologies' Clinical Trial GL02-01 in Women With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
CORONA, Calif., Oct 5, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported that Genelabs Technologies, Inc. has announced preliminary results of its Phase III clinical trial, Study GL02-01, for Genelabs' investigational drug, Prestara(TM) (prasterone). Watson holds exclusive North American rights to Prestara. According to Genelabs' announcement, a preliminary analysis of the clinical trial indi... 
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Sep.29.04Watson Pharmaceuticals and Debiopharm S.A. Enter Into an Exclusive Licensing Agreement for Two Approved Urology Products - TRELSTAR(R) DEPOT and TRELSTAR(R) LA
CORONA, Calif. and LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Sept. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has entered into a licensing agreement with Debiopharm S.A., the independent drug-development company specializing in oncology, endocrinology, CNS and niche diseases, to market TRELSTAR(R) DEPOT 3.75mg and TRELSTAR(R) LA 11.25mg (triptorelin pamoate), within the United States (U.S.) and Canada. Debiopharm will supp... 
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Sep.20.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Banc of America Securities 34th Annual Investment Conference
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Banc of America Securities 34th Annual Investment Conference on Thursday, September 23, 2004 at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at... 
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Sep.08.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Bear Stearns 17th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Bear Stearns 17th Annual Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at 3:45 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watso... 
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Aug.03.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2004 Results
- Earnings in Line With Recent Forecasts - CORONA, Calif., Aug 3, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, reported today its financial results for the second quarter of 2004. Total net revenue increased 12 percent to $399.4 million, as compared to $355.9 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2003. Second quarter total net revenue growth was driven by a strong performance in the Company's Gener... 
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Aug.02.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Approval for Mint Flavor Nicotine Gum
CORONA, Calif., Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for nicotine polacrilex gum, mint flavor, in the 2 and 4 mg strengths. Nicotine polacrilex gum, mint flavor, is the generic version of GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare's Nicorette(R) Mint gum, which ... 
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Jul.21.04Watson Names James Nash as Executive Vice President, Supply Chain
CORONA, Calif., July 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today the appointment of James A. Nash, 54, as Executive Vice President, Supply Chain, responsible for manufacturing operations and quality assurance for Watson's business. He will report to Joseph Papa, Watson's President and Chief Operating Officer. The Company's compliance function concerning the quality initiatives at the Company's Corona, ... 
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Jul.19.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host Second Quarter 2004 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., July 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company intends to release its second quarter 2004 financial results on Tuesday, August 3, 2004 before the open of the trading day. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on that day to discuss the results and provide an outlook for the third quarter and full year 2004. The dia... 
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Jun.28.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Refocuses Business Strategy
- Concentration on Urology, Nephrology and Generic Products Allows Company to Streamline Its Operational Structure and Gain Cost Efficiencies - CORONA, Calif., Jun 28, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that following an extensive strategic and operational review of its business, the Company is refocusing its product development and sales and marketing resources to concentrate on th... 
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Jun.28.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Updates Second Quarter and Full Year 2004 Estimates
- Company Anticipates Lower Oral Contraceptives Product Sales Partially Offset By Stronger Generic Revenue - CORONA, Calif., June 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company has revised its total net revenue and earnings estimates for the second quarter of 2004. Net revenue for the second quarter of 2004 is estimated to be approximately $400.0 million, due to lower... 
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Jun.23.04Health Canada Approves Watson Pharmaceuticals' OXYTROL(R) for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder
CORONA, Calif., June 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Therapeutic Products Directorate of Health Canada has approved OXYTROL(R) (oxybutynin transdermal system), Watson's novel transdermal patch for the treatment of overactive bladder, with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency. OXYTROL(R) was accepted for regulatory review by the Therapeutic Products Dir... 
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Jun.21.04Watson Pharmaceuticals' Transdermal Therapy for Urge Incontinence Approved for Marketing in the European Union
CORONA, Calif., Jun 21, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the European Union's Commission of the European Communities has granted marketing authorization to Watson's oxybutynin transdermal product for the symptomatic treatment of urge incontinence and/or increased urinary frequency and urgency as may occur in patients with unstable bladder. Approval of the application, fil... 
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Jun.16.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives New Patent on OXYTROL(R)
- Patent Covers Methods for Administration, Extending OXYTROL(R) Intellectual Property Position to 2020 - CORONA, Calif., Jun 16, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today the issuance by the United States Patent and Trademark Office of patent number 6,743,441, entitled "Compositions and Methods for Minimizing Adverse Drug Experiences Associated with Oxybutynin Therapy." This patent covers... 
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Jun.16.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Launch of New Acute Pain Product in Collaboration With Interpharm
REPREXAIN(TM) Combines the Most Commonly Prescribed Dose of Hydrocodone in a Combination, with the Most Commonly Prescribed Non Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory, Ibuprofen, Providing a New Treatment Option for Millions of Pain Sufferers CORONA, Calif., June 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today the launch of REPREXAIN(TM) CIII (5 mg hydrocodone bitartra... 
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Jun.03.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Goldman Sachs 25th Annual Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Goldman Sachs 25th Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 9, 2004 at 4:40 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.wa... 
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May.28.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Generic Zyban(R)
CORONA, Calif., May 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that, under a supply agreement with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Watson has initiated shipments of bupropion hydrochloride sustained-release tablets, in the 150mg strength. The product is the generic version of GlaxoSmithKline's Zyban(R), which is indicated for smoking cessation. For the 12-months ending March 2004, Zyban(R) 150mg had sales of a... 
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May.14.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Banc of America Securities 2004 Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., May 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Banc of America Securities 2004 Healthcare Conference on Friday, May 21, 2004 at 10:40 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watso... 
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May.12.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Its 2004 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
CORONA, Calif., May 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2004 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Monday, May 17, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. The live presentation can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watsonpharm.com. An archived version of the webcast will be available at the same ... 
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May.07.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Credit Suisse First Boston Specialty Pharmaceuticals/Generics Conference
CORONA, Calif., May 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Credit Suisse First Boston Specialty Pharmaceuticals/Generics Conference on Thursday, May 13, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site... 
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May.04.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Unplugged Conference
CORONA, Calif., May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Unplugged Conference on Thursday, May 6, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed on Watson Pharmaceuticals' Investor Relations Web site at http://ir.watso... 
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Apr.28.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2004 Results
- Total Net Revenue Increases 22 Percent to Record $410 Million - CORONA, Calif., April 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its first quarter ended March 31, 2004. Net revenues increased 22 percent to $409.7 million, compared to $336.9 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2003. First quarter revenue growth was driven by strong performance in the Compan... 
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Apr.26.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Senior Management Departure
CORONA, Calif., April 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that Ian McInnes, Ph.D., Executive Vice President, Supply Chain, is leaving Watson to accept a position at another pharmaceutical company. A search for Dr. McInnes' replacement has been initiated. "As a result of Ian's leadership and the efforts of our operational teams, we have made tremendous strides in enhancing and solidifying o... 
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Apr.22.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Agreement With Kissei for Novel Urology Drug Candidate
CORONA, Calif., April 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Kissei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. to develop and market KMD-3213, Kissei's novel agent for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). KMD-3213, silodosin, is a highly selective alpha-1a adrenoceptor antagonist that relaxes smooth muscles... 
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Apr.22.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host First Quarter 2004 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
CORONA, Calif., April 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it will release its first quarter 2004 financial results on Wednesday, April 28, 2004 after the close of the trading day. The Company will also host a conference call and webcast at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time on that day to discuss the results and provide an outlook for the second quarter and full year 2004. The dial-in number ... 
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Apr.15.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Vacating of Consent Decree at Its Steris Laboratories Facility
CORONA, Calif., April 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the United States District Court for the District of Arizona has entered an order vacating the Consent Decree of Condemnation and Permanent Injunction previously entered against Steris Laboratories, Inc. (Steris) on October 21, 1998. The court entered the order vacating the consent decree upon Steris' request, which the United States... 
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Apr.08.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Terconazole Vaginal Cream 0.8%
CORONA, Calif., April 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has initiated shipments of terconazole in a 3-day cream. Terconazole vaginal cream 0.8% is the equivalent of Terazol(R) 3 (terconazole) vaginal cream 0.8%, and is indicated for the local treatment of vulvovaginal candidiasis. For the 12-months ending February 2004, Terazol(R) 3 vaginal cream 0.8% had sales of approximately $27.7 m... 
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Mar.26.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Appoints Catherine M. Klema to Board Of Directors
CORONA, Calif., Mar 26, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Catherine Klema has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors. Ms. Klema currently is President, Nettleton Advisors LLC, a financial advisory and strategic consulting company, where she is responsible for assisting healthcare clients in developing acquisition strategies, analyzing business prospects and exe... 
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Mar.24.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Generic Macrobid(R)
CORONA, Calif., March 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that, under a supply agreement with Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals, the Company has initiated shipments of nitrofurantoin monohydrate/macrocrystals capsules, the authorized generic version of Procter & Gamble's Macrobid(R). (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) Macrobid(R) is indicated for the trea... 
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Mar.22.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Generic Bupropion HCL Sustained-Release 150mg
CORONA, Calif., Mar 22, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that, under a supply agreement with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Watson has initiated shipments of bupropion hydrochloride sustained-release tablets, in the 150mg strength. The product is the generic version of GlaxoSmithKline's Wellbutrin SR(R), which is indicated for the treatment of depression. For the 12-months ending Januar... 
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Mar.15.04Watson Names Gordon Munro, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Quality Assurance
CORONA, Calif., Mar 15, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today the appointment of Gordon Munro, Ph.D., 57, to Senior Vice President, Quality Assurance. Dr. Munro replaces Donald Britt, who will be retiring later this year. "We are extremely delighted to welcome Gordon to the Watson organization and to our senior management team," began Allen Chao, Ph.D., Chairman and Chief Executi... 
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Mar.09.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Expiration of Tender Offer for 7 1/8% Senior Notes
CORONA, Calif., Mar 9, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today the expiration of its previously announced cash tender offer for all of its $150 million principal amount of 7 1/8% Senior Notes due 2008 (the "Notes"). The tender offer expired on March 5, 2004 at 5:00 p.m., New York City time (the "Expiration Date"). All Notes validly tendered and not properly withdrawn pursuant to the tender offer have been accepted for payment by ... 
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Mar.05.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the SG Cowen Securities 24th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., March 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the SG Cowen 24th Annual Healthcare Conference on Thursday, March 11, 2004 at 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site www.watsonpharm.com. Click on... 
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Mar.01.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Raymond James 25th Annual Institutional Investors Conference
CORONA, Calif., March 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Raymond James 25th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on Wednesday, March 3, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. EST. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site www.watsonpharm.com. Click on Investors, a... 
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Mar.01.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Lehman Brothers Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Mar 1, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Lehman Brothers Healthcare Conference on Thursday, March 4, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site www.watsonpharm.com . Click on Inves... 
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Feb.25.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Agreement With Novartis Consumer Health, Inc.
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Novartis Consumer Health, whereby, on Watson's behalf, Novartis will promote Watson's nicotine polacrilex gum, 2mg and 4mg, to specified retail outlets to which Watson does not currently promote. Watson's nicotine polarcrilex gum is used as an aid for smoking cessation. Terms of the agreement wer... 
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Feb.20.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Fourth Annual Smith Barney Citigroup Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Fourth Annual Smith Barney Citigroup Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference on Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. EST. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site www.watsonpharm.com . Clic... 
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Feb.20.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Receipt of Required Consents in Connection With Tender Offer for 7 1/8 Percent Senior Notes
CORONA, Calif., Feb 20, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that in connection with its cash tender offer to purchase all of its outstanding 7 1/8 percent Senior Notes due 2008 (the "Securities") and the related consent solicitation, the Company has received the required consents to eliminate substantially all of the restrictive covenants of the indenture governing the Securities and... 
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Feb.05.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Earnings Per Share Of $0.48 for Fourth Quarter 2003
- Total Net Revenue Increases 23 Percent to Record $406 Million - - Company Provides Outlook for Growth in 2004 - CORONA, Calif., Feb 5, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported revenue and earnings for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2003. Net revenue increased 23 percent to a record $406.2 million, compared to $329.6 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2... 
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Feb.05.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Tender Offer To Repurchase Its 7 1/8% Senior Notes
CORONA, Calif., Feb. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today commenced a cash tender offer and consent solicitation for all of its $150,000,000 principal amount of 7 1/8% Senior Notes due 2008 (the "Notes"). (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) Under the terms of the tender offer, Watson is offering to purchase the Notes at a price (referred to as the "Tender Offer Consi... 
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Feb.02.04Mylan Laboratories and Watson Pharmaceuticals Announce Receipt of 'Approvable' Letter for EMSAM
PITTSBURGH & CORONA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 2, 2004--Mylan Laboratories Inc. (NYSE: MYL - News ) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI - News ) announced today that Somerset Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has received an "Approvable" letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for EMSAM(TM) (selegiline transdermal system), the company's transdermal therapy for which they are seeking an indication for the treatment of major depressive disorder. Somerset is a joint ventu... 
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Jan.29.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Host Meeting to Discuss Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2003 Results
CORONA, Calif., Jan 29, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via Comtex/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it will host a meeting with financial analysts at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on Thursday, February 5, 2004. Watson's senior management will discuss the Company's fourth quarter and full year 2003 financial results, outlook for 2004 and recent corporate events. The Company plans to release its earnings and outlook... 
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Jan.16.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Generic Bupropion HCl Sustained Release 100mg
CORONA, Calif., Jan. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that, under a supply agreement with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the Company has initiated shipments of bupropion hydrochloride sustained-release tablets, in the 100mg strength. The product is the generic version of GlaxoSmithKline's Wellbutrin SR(R) which is indicated for the treatment of depression. For the 12-months ending November 2003, Wel... 
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Jan.08.04Watson Pharmaceuticals Enters Into Licensing Agreement With Paladin for OXYTROL(R) in Canada
CORONA, Calif., Jan. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has entered into a Canadian licensing agreement with Paladin Labs Inc. (TSX: PLB) to market OXYTROL(R), (oxybutynin transdermal system), Watson's novel transdermal patch for the treatment of overactive bladder, with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. According t... 
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Jan.07.04Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the 22nd Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Jan. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the 22nd Annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference on Thursday, January 15, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. PST. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceutical... 
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Dec.29.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches TriNessa(TM) Oral Contraceptive
- Represents Watson's 5th Oral Contraceptive Product Launch in 2003 - CORONA, Calif., Dec. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has initiated shipments of TriNessa(TM) (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol tablets), the authorized brand equivalent of the oral contraceptive Ortho Tri-Cyclen(R), marketed by Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, Inc. TriNessa(TM) is indicated for the prevention of... 
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Dec.12.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Receipt of Subpoena From Office of Inspector General
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it's subsidiary, Watson Pharma, Inc., received a subpoena duces tecum from the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services. The subpoena requests documents related specifically to physician meetings sponsored by Watson Pharma during 2002 and 2003 with respect to Ferrlecit(R) (sodium ferric gluc... 
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Dec.10.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Preliminary Results From Phase III Onychomycosis Trials
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today preliminary results from two Phase III trials of its topical anti-fungal therapy for the treatment of onychomycosis, or nail fungus. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) Two multi-center, double blind, randomized Phase III trials compared the safety, efficacy and tolerability of the topical anti-fung... 
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Nov.28.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Expands Alliance with Cipla Ltd.
- Companies Identify Additional Generic Products for Development - CORONA, Calif., Nov. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today the expansion of its generic product development alliance with Cipla Ltd., the second largest pharmaceutical company in India. The companies' original agreement was announced in December 2002. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) ... 
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Nov.24.03Watson Pharmaceuticals' OXYTROL(R) Receives Positive Opinion for Approval in the European Union
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the European Agency for the Evaluation of Medicinal Products' (EMEA) Committee for Proprietary Medicinal Products (CPMP) provided a positive opinion on the Company's European marketing authorization application for its oxybutynin transdermal product for the treatment of overactive bladder. The CPMP opinion serves as the basis for a Eu... 
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Nov.19.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Generic Glucotrol XL(R) 5 mg and 10 mg Tablets
- Represents Watson's 16th Generic Product Launch in 2003 - CORONA, Calif., Nov. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has initiated shipments of glipizide extended-release tablets in the 5 mg and 10 mg strengths. Glipizide extended-release is the generic equivalent of Pfizer Inc.'s Glucotrol XL(R) and is indicated as an adjunct to diet for the control of hyperglycemia and its associ... 
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Nov.10.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Final Approval for Generic Glucotrol XL(R) 10 mg Tablets
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for glipizide extended-release tablets in the 10 mg strength. Glipizide extended-release is the generic equivalent of Pfizer Inc.'s Glucotrol XL(R) and is indicated as an adjunct to diet for the contr... 
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Nov.06.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present At The Fourteenth Annual CIBC Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Fourteenth Annual CIBC Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. EST. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site www.watsonpharm.com . Click o... 
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Nov.05.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Earnings Per Share Growth of 24 Percent To $0.47 for Third Quarter 2003
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release - Revenues Increase 17 Percent to Record $359 Million - CORONA, Calif., Nov. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today reported record revenue for its third quarter ended September 30, 2003. Net revenue increased 17 percent to $358.8 million, compared to $307.9 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2002. The Company's General... 
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Oct.28.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Acquires Research and Development Subsidiary From Amarin Corporation
- Significantly Expands Company's Drug Delivery Platform and R&D Resources - CORONA, Calif., Oct 28, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has acquired Amarin Development AB (ADAB), a wholly-owned drug development subsidiary of Amarin Corporation plc (Nasdaq: AMRN). Under the terms of the agreement, Watson made a cash payment of approximately $15 million to Amarin. On a repor... 
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Oct.21.03Watson to Host Third Quarter 2003 Earnings Conference Call
CORONA, Calif., Oct 21, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, November 5, 2003 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time to discuss the Company's third quarter 2003 financial results, outlook for the fourth quarter and full year 2003, and recent corporate developments. The dial-in number to access the call is (877) 251-7980, or fr... 
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Oct.20.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Launches Generic Percocet(R) 7.5 Mg / 325 Mg and 10 Mg / 325 Mg
- Company Exceeds Target With 14 Generic Product Launches Year-to-Date - CORONA, Calif., Oct 20, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has initiated shipments of oxycodone and acetaminophen (APAP) tablets in 7.5 mg / 325 mg and 10 mg / 325 mg strengths. Oxycodone/APAP is the generic equivalent to Endo Pharmaceuticals' Percocet(R) tablets and is indicated for the relief of mode... 
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Sep.24.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces European Commercialization Agreement With UCB Pharma for OXYTROL(TM)
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has entered into a marketing and supply agreement, whereby UCB Pharma will market Watson's oxybutynin transdermal product in Europe. Watson currently markets the product in the United States as OXYTROL(TM). OXYTROL(TM) is the first and only transdermal therapy for the treatment of overactive bladder with symptoms of urge urinary i... 
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Sep.16.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at The Banc of America Securities 33rd Annual Investment Conference
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Banc of America Securities 33rd Annual Investment Conference on Thursday, September 18, 2003 at 3:00p.m. Pacific Daylight Time. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) The presentation will be webcast live and can... 
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Sep.16.03Watson Receives FDA Final Approval for Nefazodone HCl
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for nefazodone hydrochloride tablets in the 100 mg, 150 mg, 200 mg and 250 mg strengths. Nefazodone hydrochloride is the generic equivalent of Bristol-Myers Squibb's Serzone(R) and is indicated for t... 
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Sep.09.03Watson Receives FDA Final Approval For Generic Glucotrol XL(R) 5 mg Tablets
Company Receives Tentative Approval on Glucotrol XL(R) 10 mg Tablets CORONA, Calif., Sept. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for glipizide extended-release tablets in the 5 mg strength. Additionally, the company received tentative approval for the 10 mg s... 
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Sep.08.03Watson Receives FDA Approval for Generic Percocet(R) 7.5mg/325mg and 10mg/325mg
Will Represent Watson's 12th Generic Product Launch in 2003 CORONA, Calif., Sept. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application for Oxycodone and Acetaminophen (APAP) tablets in 7.5mg/325mg and 10mg/325mg strengths. Oxycodone/APAP is the generic equivalent to Endo Pharmaceut... 
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Sep.02.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Bear Stearns 16th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Bear Stearns 16th Annual Healthcare Conference on Monday, September 8, 2003 at 11:30 a.m. EDT. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceu... 
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Aug.27.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Files Abbreviated New Drug Application For Generic AndroGel(R)
- Patent Challenge Underway for Potential 180-Day Exclusivity - CORONA, Calif., Aug 27, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market a generic version of AndroGel(R) (testosterone gel) prior to the expiration of a patent owned by Unimed Pharmaceuticals, Inc.... 
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Aug.21.03Mylan Laboratories and Watson Pharmaceuticals Announce FDA Acceptance of Resubmission of New Drug Application for EMSAM Antidepressant Patch
Supplemental Clinical Data Supporting Safety and Efficacy Provided to FDA PITTSBURGH & CORONA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 21, 2003-- Mylan Laboratories Inc. (NYSE: MYL - News ) and Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI - News ) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for filing Somerset Pharmaceutical, Inc.'s EMSAM(TM) selegiline transdermal therapy for which Somerset is seeking marketing clearance for the treatment of depression. Somerse... 
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Aug.05.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2003 Financial Results
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release - Revenues Increase 19 Percent to Record $356 Million - - Company Reports EPS of $0.47 - CORONA, Calif., Aug 5, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today net revenues increased 19 percent to a record $355.9 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2003, compared to $300.1 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2002.... 
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Aug.04.03Watson Launches Generic Ceftin(R)
CORONA, Calif., Aug. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has launched a generic equivalent of GlaxoSmithKline's Ceftin(R) (cefuroxime axetil) tablets in 250mg and 500mg. Cefuroxime Axetil is indicated for mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of bacteria which include infections of the throat, lungs, ears, skin, sinuses, and urinary tract. It is also used for treatment... 
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Aug.01.03Watson to Host Second Quarter 2003 Earnings Conference Call
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Aug 1, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it will host a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, August 5, 2003 at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time to discuss the Company's second quarter 2003 financial results and outlook for the third quarter and full year 2003. The dial-in number to access the cal... 
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Jun.19.03Watson Receives FDA Approval for Generic Remeron(R)
CORONA, Calif., June 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application for mirtazapine tablets in 15mg, 30mg and 45mg strengths. Mirtazapine is the generic equivalent to Organon's Remeron(R) tablets and is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder. Watson intends to s... 
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Jun.16.03Watson Names Ian McInnes, Ph.D. as Executive Vice President, Supply Chain
Industry Veteran to Oversee All Supply Chain Operations CORONA, Calif., June 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the appointment of Ian McInnes, Ph.D., 51, as Executive Vice President, Supply Chain. In this new position, Dr. McInnes will be responsible for manufacturing operations, quality assurance and quality control for Watson's business. He will report to Joseph Papa, Watson's Preside... 
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Jun.10.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Goldman Sachs 24th Annual Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., June 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Goldman Sachs 24th Annual Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at 4:40 p.m. PDT. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site www.watsonpharm.com . Click on Investors, and t... 
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Jun.02.03Watson Launches JOLIVETTE(TM) Oral Contraceptive
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Jun 2, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that it has launched JOLIVETTE(TM) (norethindrone tablets), a brand equivalent of the oral contraceptive Ortho-Micronor(R), marketed by Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, Inc. In 2002, Ortho-Micronor(R) had annual sales of approximately $51 million. JOLIVETTE(TM) is i... 
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May.30.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the UBS Warburg Global Specialty Pharmaceutical Conference
CORONA, Calif., May 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the UBS Warburg Global Specialty Pharmaceutical Conference on Thursday, June 5, 2003 at 11:30 a.m. EDT. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site www.watsonpharm.com. Click on Investors, and then... 
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May.27.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Friedman Billings Ramsey Seventh Annual Technology and Growth Investor Conference
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., May 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Friedman Billings Ramsey Seventh Annual Technology and Growth Investor Conference on Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 3:30 p.m. EDT. This presentation will be webcast live and can be a... 
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May.23.03Watson's New Drug Submission for OXYTROL(TM) Accepted for Review in Canada
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., May 23, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that its New Drug Submission for OXYTROL(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system) has been accepted for review by the Canadian regulatory authorities. OXYTROL(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system), the first and only transdermal therapy to treat overactive bladder (OAB)... 
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May.15.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Webcast Its 2003 Annual Meeting of Stockholders
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., May 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that the Company will conduct a live webcast of its 2003 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Monday, May 19, 2003 at 9:00 a.m. PDT. The live presentation can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site www.watsonpharm.com . Click on Investors, and then click on Eve... 
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May.06.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports First Quarter 2003 Results
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release First Quarter Revenues Increase to Record $337 Million; Earnings Per Share Increases to $0.44 - CORONA, Calif., May 6, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today that for the first quarter ended March 31, 2003, net revenues increased 18 percent to a record $336.9 million, compared to $285.7 million for the first quarter of 20... 
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May.05.03Watson Names Charles P. Slacik as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release Veteran to Run Company's Financial Operations CORONA, Calif., May 5, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced the appointment of Charles P. Slacik, 49, as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. "I am pleased to welcome Charlie to the executive management team and to our expanding Watson family," began Allen Chao, Ph.D., Chairman and Chief Executive Offi... 
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May.05.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Expands Alliance With Cipla Ltd.
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release Generic Product Pipeline Grows to More Than 60 Products, Including 20 ANDAs and Several Near-Term Product Launch Opportunities CORONA, Calif., May 5, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the expansion of its generic product development alliance with Cipla Ltd. Under the terms of the expanded agreement, Cipla will dev... 
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Apr.30.03Data Presentations Support Efficacy and Tolerability of OXYTROL(TM) (Oxybutynin Transdermal System) in Treating Women Suffering From Symptoms of Overactive Bladder
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release Additional Analyses of OXYTROL's(TM) Phase 3 Study Data Presented During the Annual Meeting of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists NEW ORLEANS, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- OXYTROL(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system) is effective, well tolerated, and significantly reduces the number of incontinent episodes associated with overactive bladder (OAB) with a low incidence of anticholinergic side effects, accordin... 
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Apr.29.03Percent Reduction in Urinary Incontinence Episodes Better Reflects Patient Perception of Clinical Efficacy With OXYTROL(TM)
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release - OXYTROL(TM) Data Used to Investigate Correlation Between Decrease in Urinary Incontinence Episodes and Changes in Patient Quality of Life Measures - CHICAGO, April 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- A study of patients taking OXYTROL(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system) showed that a percent reduction in urinary incontinence (UI) episodes and not absolute change from baseline is the better correlate of patient's perception of UI i... 
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Apr.28.03Watson Pharmaceuticals' OXYTROL(TM) Now Available Nationwide; Shipments to More Than 45,000 Pharmacies
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release OXYTROL(TM) Addresses Unmet Market Need at a Competitive Price CORONA, Calif., Apr 28, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that OXYTROL(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system), the first and only transdermal therapy to treat overactive bladder (OAB), with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency and frequency, is now ... 
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Apr.28.03Watson to Host First Quarter 2003 Earnings Conference Call
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., April 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it will host a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, May 6, 2003 at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time to discuss the Company's first quarter 2003 financial results and recent corporate developments. The dial-in number to access the call is (877) 251-7980, or from international locations, (706) 643-1573. ... 
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Apr.25.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the CIBC Annual Biotechnology & Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Apr 25, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CIBC Annual Biotechnology & Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference on Wednesday, April 30, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. EDT. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.wat... 
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Apr.08.03Watson Launches Microgestin(R) Oral Contraceptive
CORONA, Calif., April 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has launched Microgestin(R) (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol tablets), a generic version of the oral contraceptive Loestrin(R), marketed by Pfizer. Microgestin(R) is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy and will be launched in 1mg /20mcg and 1.5mg /30mcg strengths. "The launch of Microgestin(R), paired with our previously launched Microgestin(R) FE, co... 
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Mar.25.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Banc of America Securities 2003 Healthcare Conference
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Banc of America Securities 2003 Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, March 26, 2003 at 1:55 p.m. PST. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.watsonpharm.com ... 
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Mar.18.03Watson Pharmaceuticals & Ventiv Health, Inc. Announce U.S. Sales Force Agreement for OXYTROL(TM)
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif. and SOMERSET, N.J., Mar 18, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) and Ventiv Health, Inc. (Nasdaq: VTIV) today announced that they have entered into a multi-year service agreement with Ventiv Health providing a nationwide sales force including recruitment, training and operational support to Watson Pharmaceuticals. Under the terms of the agreement, Ventiv Health wil... 
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Mar.18.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the SG Cowen Securities Corporation 23rd Annual Health Care Conference
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Mar 18, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the SG Cowen Health Care Conference in Boston on Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. EST. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.watsonpharm.com . Click on ... 
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Mar.11.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces European Filing for OXYTROL(TM)
CORONA, Calif., Mar 11, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), announced today that it has filed a European Marketing Authorization Application seeking European marketing approval for OXYTROL(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system) as part of a qualified centralized procedure with the European Medicines Control Agency (EMEA), which consists of 15 member states. OXYTROL(TM), recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, is the first and... 
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Mar.10.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Closing of $500 Million Convertible Contingent Senior Debentures Offering
CORONA, Calif., Mar 10, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that on March 7, 2003 it closed its $500 million offering of its 1.75% Convertible Contingent Senior Debentures due 2023. The debentures are convertible into shares of Watson's common stock at a conversion price of $40.05 per share of common stock. Watson has used approximately $300 million of the net proceeds to pay off its credit facility and intends to use the ... 
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Mar.05.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Pricing of Convertible Senior Debentures Offering
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release Offering Increased to $500 Million CORONA, Calif., Mar 5, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it increased to $500 million the size of its offering of convertible senior debentures due 2023 (plus an option to the initial purchasers of the debentures to acquire up to an additional $75 million principal amount of the debentures). The debentures will be conver... 
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Mar.04.03Watson Obtains Commitment Letters for $300 Million Credit Facility
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Mar 4, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has obtained commitment letters from a syndicate of lenders for a $300 million, five-year, senior unsecured revolving credit facility. The credit facility is subject to satisfaction of certain conditions. Watson expects the credit facility to be available for general corporate purposes. Watson Ph... 
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Mar.03.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Offering of Convertible Senior Debentures
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Mar 3, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), announced today that it plans to offer $450 million of convertible senior debentures due 2023, subject to market and other conditions (plus an option to the initial purchasers of the debentures to acquire up to an additional $67.5 million principal amount of the debentures). Watson expects to use the net proceeds from th... 
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Feb.28.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Salomon Smith Barney 3rd Annual Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference
CORONA, Calif., Feb 28, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Salomon Smith Barney Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference in New York City on Thursday, March 6, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. EST. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.watsonpharm.com . Click on Investors, and then click on E... 
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Feb.28.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Lehman Brothers 6th Annual Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Feb 28, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Lehman Brothers Global Healthcare Conference in Miami, Florida on Wednesday, March 5, 2003 at 9:00 a.m. EST. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.watsonpharm.com . Click on Investors, and then click on Events. The we... 
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Feb.26.03FDA Approves Watson's OXYTROL(TM), The First and Only Transdermal Therapy for Overactive Bladder
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Feb 26, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved OXYTROL(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system), the first and only transdermal therapy to treat overactive bladder (OAB), with symptoms of urge urinary incontinence, urgency and frequency. Estimated to affect more than 33 million Americans, OAB is ... 
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Feb.06.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Completes Purchase of Fiorinal(R) and Fioricet(R) Pain Product Lines
CORONA, Calif., Feb 6, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that, following the early termination of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott Rodino Act, it has completed its acquisition of the United States rights to the Fioricet(R) and Fiorinal(R) product lines for $178 million from Novartis AG and its subsidiaries. The Fioricet(R) and Fiorinal(R) lines of products are prescription treatments for tension headaches. The pr... 
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Feb.04.03Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter and Year End 2002 Results
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release - Fourth Quarter Revenues Increase 12 Percent to Record $330 Million - - Reports Diluted Earnings Per Share of $0.40 - - Excluding Special Items, Earnings Per Share of $0.45 - CORONA, Calif., Feb 4, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2002. For the fourth quarter of 2002, net revenues increa... 
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Jan.31.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Merrill Lynch Global Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology & Medical Device Conference
CORONA, Calif., Jan 31, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Merrill Lynch Global Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology & Medical Device Conference in New York City on Thursday, February 6, 2003 at 9:20 a.m. EST. This presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.watsonpharm.com . Click on Investo... 
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Jan.27.03Watson Launches Generic Mestinon®
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Jan. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has initiated shipments of pyridostigmine bromide tablets, the generic version of Mestinon®. Mestinon® is used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis, a disorder of neuromuscular transmission, marked by fluctuating weakness and fatigue of certain voluntary muscles. Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., headq... 
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Jan.23.03Watson Provides 2003 Outlook for Continued Growth
Long Term Strategy, Financial Outlook and Oxytrol Launch Plans Discussed At Analyst Meeting - NEW YORK, Jan. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- At its analyst meeting in New York, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today provided estimates for its 2003 financial performance. The company expects to see continued growth in its brand and generics businesses, with product revenues reaching approximately $1.34 billion to $1.44 billion and earnings per share in the ... 
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Jan.22.03Watson to Acquire Line of Pain Products
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Jan. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has entered into an agreement whereby Watson will acquire United States rights to the Fioricet(R) and Fiorinal(R) product lines from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. The Fioricet(R) and Fiorinal(R) lines of products are indicated for the treatment of tension headaches. Under the terms of the ag... 
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Jan.22.03Watson Launches MonoNessa(TM) Oral Contraceptive
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Jan. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has launched MonoNessa(TM) (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol tablets), a generic version of the oral contraceptive ORTHO-CYCLEN(R), marketed by Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical Inc. For 2002, ORTHO-CYCLEN(R) annual sales were approximately $140 million. MonoNessa(TM) is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy.... 
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Jan.15.03Watson Updates Fourth Quarter 2002 Financial Estimates
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release Company to Provide 2003 Outlook at January 23rd Analyst Meeting CORONA, CA - January 15, 2003 - Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that based on a preliminary review of its operating results, the company expects to report (exclusive of special items) total revenues for the fourth quarter 2002 in the range of $320 to $330 million, and diluted earnings per share in the range of $0.44 to $0.45. Previo... 
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Jan.09.03Watson Launches Necon(R) 7/7/7 Oral Contraceptive
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Jan. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has launched Necon(R) 7/7/7 (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol tablets), a generic version of the oral contraceptive ORTHO-NOVUM(R) 7/7/7, marketed by Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical Inc. For 2002, ORTHO-NOVUM(R) 7/7/7 annual sales are estimated to be approximately $150 million. Necon(R) 7/7/7 is indicated... 
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Jan.08.03Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at 21st Annual JPMorgan H&Q Healthcare Conference
Click here for a printable (PDF) version of this release CORONA, Calif., Jan. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Dr. Allen Chao will provide an overview of Watson's business, as part of a presentation at the JPMorgan Annual Healthcare Conference on Thursday, January 9, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time. This presentation is being webcast and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.watsonpharm.com . Click... 
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Dec.27.02Watson Files ANDA for Generic Glucotrol XL(R)
Paragraph IV Patent Challenge Underway - CORONA, Calif., Dec. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today confirmed that it has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking approval to market a generic version of Glucotrol XL(R) tablets 5 mg and 10 mg, prior to the expiration of patents owned by ALZA Corporation. ALZA, together with Pfizer, Inc., the marketer of Glucotrol XL(... 
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Dec.11.02Watson Announces Generic Product Development Alliance With Cipla, Ltd
CORONA, Calif., Dec. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has entered into a strategic alliance with Cipla Ltd. to develop, manufacture and commercialize ten generic pharmaceutical products, many of which are currently under development. The agreement also provides for the development of additional products, as mutually agreed upon by the two companies. Cipla, Ltd., the second largest pharmaceutical company in ... 
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Nov.21.02Watson Announces Senior Management Promotions
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (NYSE: WPI) today announced that David A. Buchen has been promoted to Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary and Susan K. Skara has been promoted to the position of Senior Vice President, Human Resources. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) "The promotions of David and Susan are very well deserved," began Allen Chao, Watson's Chairman ... 
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Nov.21.02Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Senior Management Departure
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Michael E. Boxer, Watson's Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer is leaving the company to assume a chief financial officer position at another company. Mr. Boxer has agreed to stay with Watson through the end of the year to ensure a smooth transition of financial responsibilities. A search for Mr. Boxer's replacement has been initiated. (Ph... 
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Nov.11.02Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the CSFB Health Care Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's senior management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Credit Suisse First Boston Health Care Conference in Phoenix, AZ, on Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 12:00 p.m. MST. This presentation is being webcast and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.watsonpharm.com. Click on Investors, and then click o... 
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Nov.06.02Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Financial Results for Third Quarter 2002
- Total Revenues Increase to Record $308 Million - CORONA, Calif., Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2002. For the third quarter of 2002, net revenues increased 14 percent to a record $307.9 million, compared to $270.9 million for the same period in 2001. Net income for the third quarter was $40.7 million, or $0.38 per diluted share, compared ... 
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Nov.01.02Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at The CIBC World Markets Annual Health Care Conference
CORONA, Calif., Nov 1, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Watson's Senior Management will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CIBC World Markets Thirteenth Annual Health Care Conference in New York City, NY, on Wednesday, November 6, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. EST. This presentation is being webcast and can be accessed at Watson Pharmaceuticals' website www.watsonpharm.com . Click on Investors, and then cli... 
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Oct.28.02Watson Expands Oral Contraceptive Portfolio
CORONA, Calif., Oct 28, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has entered into a supply arrangement with OMJ Pharmaceutical Inc., an affiliate of Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical Inc., for a portfolio of oral contraceptives. The agreement provides Watson the ability to launch brand equivalent versions of three oral contraceptives when market exclusivity on the branded products ends. Under the terms of the agreement, Wa... 
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Oct.25.02Watson Announces Third Quarter 2002 Earnings Conference Call
CORONA, Calif., Oct 25, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, November 6, 2002 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time to discuss the Company's third quarter 2002 financial results and recent corporate developments. The dial-in number to access the call is (877) 251-7980 or, from international locations, (706) 643-1573. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/2002021... 
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Oct.25.02Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the Salomon Smith Barney 2002 Health Care Conference
CORONA, Calif., Oct 25, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Allen Chao, Watson's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Joseph Papa, Watson's President and Chief Operating Officer, will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Salomon Smith Barney 2002 Health Care Conference in New York City, NY, on Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 8:45 a.m. EST. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO... 
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Oct.23.02Watson's NDA for Oxytrol(TM) in Overactive Bladder Accepted for Review by the FDA
CORONA, Calif., Oct 23, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for filing the company's resubmitted New Drug Application (NDA) for Oxytrol(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system). The NDA seeks marketing approval for the use of Oxytrol(TM) in the treatment of overactive bladder with symptoms of urge incontinence, urgency and frequency. The submission contains two Pha... 
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Oct.08.02Watson Promotes Joseph Papa to President and Chief Operating Officer
CORONA, Calif., Oct 08, 2002 /PRNewsire-FirstCall via Comtex/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced the promotion of Joseph Papa to President and Chief Operating Officer. In his expanded role, Mr. Papa will oversee Watson's research and development, business development, sales and marketing and manufacturing operations. He has served as Watson's Chief Operating Officer from November 2001 to the present and in his new role, he will continue to report to Allen Chao, Ph.... 
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Sep.13.02Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at The Bear Stearns 15th Annual Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Sep 13, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Allen Chao, Watson's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Joseph Papa, Watson's Chief Operating Officer, will provide an overview of the Company's business at the Bear Stearns 15th Annual Healthcare Conference in New York City, NY, on Tuesday, September 17, 2002 at 3:30 p.m. EDT. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) This ... 
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Sep.03.02Watson Pharmaceuticals Resubmits Oxytrol(TM) NDA for Overactive Bladder
Company Provides Supplemental Clinical Data Supporting Safety and Efficacy - CORONA, Calif., Sep 03, 2002 /PRNewsire-FirstCall via Comtex/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), announced today that on August 30th it resubmitted a New Drug Application (NDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Oxytrol(TM) (oxybutynin transdermal system), the Company's transdermal oxybutynin therapy for which Watson is seeking an indication for the treatment of overactive bladder wit... 
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Aug.29.02Watson Notified of Approvable Letter for Aslera(TM)
CORONA, Calif., Aug 29, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an approvable letter on August 28 to Genelabs Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: GNLB) for its New Drug Application (NDA) for Prestara(TM) (prasterone), formerly known as Aslera(TM) or GL701. Watson holds exclusive North American rights to Prestara. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) ... 
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Aug.23.02Watson Acquires U.S. Rights to Elan's Nifedipine ER Product, The Generic Equivalent to Adalat CC(R)
CORONA, Calif., Aug 23, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that it has entered into a licensing and supply arrangement with Elan Corporation, plc. (Elan) (NYSE: ELN), whereby Watson has been granted exclusive United States rights to the 30mg and 60mg dosage strengths of Elan's extended-release nifedipine tablets (nifedipine ER), the generic version of Bayer AG's Adalat CC(R), indicated for the treatment of hypertension. (P... 
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Aug.14.02Watson Subsidiary to Launch Private Label Nicotine Gum
Rugby Laboratories, Inc. Expands Over-the-Counter Product Line - CORONA, Calif., Aug 14, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that its subsidiary, Rugby Laboratories, Inc., has expanded its line of over-the-counter products to include Watson's nicotine polacrilex gum, 2mg and 4mg. Rugby Laboratories is focused on providing a wide array of over-the-counter products to independent pharmacies, managed health care facilities, mili... 
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Aug.07.02Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Financial Results For the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2002
Reports Diluted Earnings Per Share of $0.56 and $0.41 Per Share, Excluding Special Items - CORONA, Calif., Aug 7, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2002. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) For the second quarter of 2002, net revenues increased to $300.1 million, compared to $299.0 million for the same period in 2001. Net ... 
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Aug.06.02Watson Names Len Tenzer Vice President Sales and Marketing, Urology
CORONA, Calif., Aug 6, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced the appointment of Len Tenzer, 47, as Vice President Sales and Marketing, Urology. (Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) Based at Watson's commercial headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, Mr. Tenzer will be responsible for managing sales and marketing activities related to Watson's Urology product portfolio. He will report ... 
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Jul.24.02Watson Appoints Todd MacLaughlan Vice President, Business Development
CORONA, Calif., Jul 24, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Todd MacLaughlan has joined the company as Vice President, Business Development. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) Based at Watson's commercial headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, Mr. MacLaughlan will be responsible for product licensing and acquisitions, as well as managing strategic alliance activities. He will report di... 
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Jul.24.02Watson Announces Second Quarter 2002 Earnings Conference Call
CORONA, Calif., Jul 24, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time to discuss the Company's second quarter 2002 financial results and recent corporate developments. The dial-in number to access the call is (800) 895-1075 or, from international locations, (212) 748-2704. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214... 
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Jul.09.02Watson Pharmaceuticals Responds to Recent Stock Activity
Affirms Guidance for 2nd Quarter and Full Year 2002 CORONA, Calif., Jul 9, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ --In response to inquiries from stockholders, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it knows of no corporate activity or developments that would account for the unusual activity in its stock. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) Watson further reaffirmed its prior earnings guidance of $0.38 to $0.41 per share for t... 
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Jul.09.02Watson Receives FDA Approval for Nizatidine Capsules
CORONA, Calif., Jul 9, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application for Nizatidine Capsules USP, 150 mg and 300 mg. Nizatidine is the generic equivalent to Reliant Pharmaceuticals' Axid(R) capsules and is indicated for the treatment and maintenance of duodenal ulcers, esophagitis and associated heartburn with G... 
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Jul.01.02Watson Receives FDA Approval for Lisinopril and Lisinopril/HCTZ Tablets
CORONA, Calif., Jul 1, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration on its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Lisinopril Tablets UPS, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg and 40 mg and its ANDA for Lisinopril and Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) Tablets, 10 mg/12.5 mg, 20 mg/12.5 mg, and 20 mg/25 mg. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/200... 
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Jun.24.02Watson Receives FDA Approval for Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets
CORONA, Calif., Jun 24, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has received final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on its Abbreviated New Drug Application for Tramadol Hydrochloride Tablets, 50 mg. Tramadol is the generic equivalent to Ortho-McNeil's Ultram(R) tablets, and is indicated for the management of moderate to moderately severe pain. Watson will begin shipping its Tramadol Hydroch... 
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Jun.11.02Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at The 23rd Annual Goldman Sachs Global Healthcare Conference
CORONA, Calif., Jun 11, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Dr. Allen Chao, Watson's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will provide an overview of the Company's business at the 23rd Annual Goldman Sachs Global Healthcare Conference in Laguna Niguel, CA, on Wednesday, June 12, 2002 at 11:40 a.m. PDT. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) A live audio webcast of the presentation may be... 
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Jun.04.02Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at the UBS Warburg Global Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference
CORONA, Calif., Jun 4, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Joseph Papa, Watson's Chief Operating Officer, and Michael Boxer, Watson's Chief Financial Officer, will provide an overview of the Company's business at the UBS Warburg Global Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference in New York City, NY, on Thursday, June 6, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. EDT. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) A live audi... 
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May.10.02Watson Pharmaceuticals Announces Senior Management Change
CORONA, Calif., May 10, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today announced that Robert C. Funsten, Watson's Senior Vice President and General Counsel, is leaving the company to pursue other opportunities. An active search for Mr. Funsten's replacement will begin immediately. Michel J. Feldman, an attorney and Watson board member who has worked with Watson since its formation, will serve as interim general counsel. (Photo: http://www.newsc... 
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May.08.02Watson Pharmaceuticals Reports Financial Results For the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2002
- Reports Diluted Earnings Per Share of $0.34, Excluding Special Items - CORONA, Calif., May 8, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) today reported its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2002. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) For the first quarter of 2002, net revenues were $285.7 million, compared to $296.8 million reported in the first quarter of 2001. The decline was attributab... 
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May.03.02Watson Pharmaceuticals Reaches Agreement With FDA On Terms of Corona, California Consent Decree
As Expected, the Decree Requires No Fine, Shutdown, Product Recalls or Reduction in Production or Service CORONA, Calif., May 3, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ --Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that it has reached an agreement with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the terms of a consent decree with respect to Watson's Corona, California manufacturing facility. As expected, the final agreement with FDA does not require any fine, a facility sh... 
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Apr.29.02Watson Pharmaceuticals to Present at The CIBC Annual Biotechnology & Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference
CORONA, Calif., Apr 29, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI) announced today that Joseph Papa, Watson's Chief Operating Officer, and Michael Boxer, Watson's Chief Financial Officer, will provide an overview of the Company's business at the CIBC Annual Biotechnology & Specialty Pharmaceuticals Conference in New York City, NY, on Wednesday, May 1, 2002 at 11:30 a.m. EDT. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020214/WATSONLOGO ) A l... 
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Apr.25.02Watson Announces Fir