Watson Receives FDA Final Approval for Generic Wellbutrin XL(R) 300 Mg

CORONA, Calif., June 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. , 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 the treatment of major depressive disorder. The Company intends to launch the product immediately.

About Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc., headquartered in Corona, CA, is a leading specialty pharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures, markets, sells and distributes brand and generic pharmaceutical products. Watson pursues a growth strategy combining internal product development, strategic alliances and collaborations and synergistic acquisitions of products and businesses. For press releases and other company information, visit Watson Pharmaceuticals' Web site at http://www.watsonpharm.com/.

Forward-Looking Statement

Any statements contained in this press release that refer to future events or other non-historical facts are forward-looking statements that reflect Watson's current perspective of existing trends and information as of the date of this release. Except as expressly required by law, Watson disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from Watson's current expectations depending upon a number of factors affecting Watson's business. These factors include, among others, the impact of competitive products and pricing; market acceptance of and continued demand for Watson's products; difficulties or delays in manufacturing; and other risks and uncertainties detailed in Watson's periodic public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to Watson's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006.

Wellbutrin XL(R) is a registered trademark of GlaxoSmithKline, Inc.

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