MONTREAL, CANADA--(Marketwired - May 1, 2013) - Paladin Labs Inc. (TSX:PLB) a leading Canadian specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the launch of Silenor® (doxepin hydrochloride) for the treatment and symptomatic relief of insomnia characterized by frequent nocturnal awakening and/or early morning awakenings.

According to Statistics Canada, approximately 3.3 million Canadians or 13.4% of the population is estimated to suffer from chronic insomnia⁽¹⁾. IMS Health reports that the Canadian market for prescription sleep medications exceeded $90 million in 2012⁽²⁾.

"We are pleased to announce the launch of Silenor," said Mark Beaudet, interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Paladin Labs Inc. "Canadians who suffer from insomnia now have a new effective treatment option that is not associated with a risk of abuse or physical dependence."

Paladin received rights to commercialize Silenor in Canada, South America and Africa from Somaxon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:SOMX) in June 2011. Somaxon was purchased by Pernix Therapeutic Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTX) in March 2013.

About Silenor

Silenor (doxepin hydrochloride) is available in 3mg or 6mg oral tablets indicated for the treatment and symptomatic relief of insomnia characterized by frequent nocturnal awakening and/or early morning awakenings. Silenor is not a controlled substance and clinical studies have shown that Silenor does not produce tolerance or physical dependence⁽³⁾ while demonstrating significant sleep maintenance improvements.

About Paladin Labs Inc.

Paladin Labs Inc., headquartered in Montreal, Canada, is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on acquiring or in-licensing innovative pharmaceutical products for the Canadian and select international markets. With this strategy, a focused Canadian national sales team and proven marketing expertise, Paladin has evolved into one of Canada's leading specialty pharmaceutical companies. For more information, please visit the Company's web site at [ www.paladinlabs.com ].

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