Author: Priyanka Basak
In a milestone for neurological care, Eli Lilly has officially introduced Lormalzi (donanemab) to the Indian market as of May 2026. As the first “disease-modifying” therapy available domestically, the drug marks a departure from symptom management by actively removing amyloid plaques from the brain. Priced at ₹91,688 per vial, the intravenous infusion is administered every four weeks and can potentially be stopped once plaque clearance is achieved. With India’s dementia cases projected to more than double by 2036, the CDSCO-approved treatment, supported by a specialized “alternative access program,” represents a critical shift toward active medical intervention for the country’s aging population.
14th May | India In a major step for neurological healthcare, global pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly officially launched its breakthrough Alzheimer’s treatment, Lormalzi, in India this week. The drug, which targets the root causes of memory loss rather than just symptoms, will be available to patients starting May 2026. This introduction comes at a critical time as India’s dementia-affected population is projected to reach nearly 19 million by 2036. The therapy is priced at approximately ₹91,688 per vial, making it one of the first advanced treatments for the disease to be commercially accessible in the Indian market.Unlike traditional medications that…
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