ANI Pharmaceuticals Announces Launch of Authorized Generic of Lithobid® Extended Release Tablets

BAUDETTE, Minn., Dec. 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("ANI") (Nasdaq: ANIP) today announced the launch of Lithium Carbonate Extended Release Tablets, 300mg, an authorized generic of Lithobid^®, which is used in the treatment of manic episodes of Bipolar Disorder. The annual US market for lithium carbonate is approximately $19 million, per IMS Health.

Arthur S. Przybyl, ANI's President and Chief Executive Officer said, "We are pleased to announce the launch of an authorized generic of our mature brand product Lithobid^®. This generic launch represents ANI's 11th new product introduction in 2016 capping a substantial commercial portfolio expansion for the company this year. We look to continued commercial portfolio growth in 2017."

About Lithium Carbonate Extended Release Tablets

Lithium Carbonate Extended Release Tablets are indicated in the treatment of manic episodes of Bipolar Disorder. Bipolar Disorder, Manic (DSM-IV) is equivalent to Manic Depressive illness, Manic, in the older DSM-II terminology. Lithium Carbonate Extended Release Tablets are also indicated as a maintenance treatment for individuals with a diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. Maintenance therapy reduces the frequency of manic episodes and diminishes the intensity of those episodes which may occur.

About ANI

ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (the "Company" or "ANI") is an integrated specialty pharmaceutical company developing, manufacturing, and marketing branded and generic prescription pharmaceuticals. The Company's targeted areas of product development currently include narcotics, oncolytics (anti-cancers), hormones and steroids, and complex formulations involving extended release and combination products. For more information, please visit our website www.anipharmaceuticals.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Investor Relations
IR@anipharmaceuticals.com

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