Thursday, October 27, 2016

Bystolic


Bystolic is a brand name of nebivolol, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


BYSTOLIC (nebivolol hydrochloride - tablet; oral)



  • Manufacturer: FOREST LABS

    Approval date: December 17, 2007

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE, EQ 2.5MG BASE, EQ 5MG BASE


  • Manufacturer: FOREST LABS

    Approval date: October 8, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 20MG BASE [RLD]

Has a generic version of Bystolic been approved?


No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Bystolic available.


Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Bystolic. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Compositions containing micronized nebivolol
    Patent 5,759,580
    Issued: June 2, 1998
    Inventor(s): Jans; Eugeen Marie Jozef & Smans; Guido Franciscus & Gilis; Paul Marie Victor
    Assignee(s): Janssen Pharmaceutica, N.V.
    The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing as active ingredient micronized nebivolol of formula (I) and ways of preparing said compositions. ##STR1##
    Patent expiration dates:

    • June 2, 2015
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      Drug product




  • Method of lowering the blood pressure
    Patent 6,545,040
    Issued: April 8, 2003
    Inventor(s): Raymond Mathieu; Xhonneux & Guy Rosalia Eugène; Van Lommen
    Assignee(s): Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V.
    A method of potentiating the effects of blood pressure reducing agents in warm-blooded animals, said method comprising administering to said warm-blooded animals of an effective amount of a blood pressure reducing agent and a 2,2′-iminobisethanol derivative.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 17, 2021
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF HYPERTENSION
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      Drug product



Related Exclusivities

Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.

  • Exclusivity expiration dates:
    • December 17, 2012 - NEW CHEMICAL ENTITY

See also...

  • Bystolic Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Bystolic Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Bystolic Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Bystolic Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Bystolic AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
  • Nebivolol Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Nebivolol Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Nebivolol Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Nebivolol Hydrochloride AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Brovana


Brovana is a brand name of arformoterol, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


BROVANA (arformoterol tartrate - solution; inhalation)



  • Manufacturer: SUNOVION

    Approval date: October 6, 2006

    Strength(s): EQ 0.015MG BASE/2ML [RLD]

Has a generic version of Brovana been approved?


No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Brovana available.


Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Brovana. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Methods and compositions for treating pulmonary disorders using optically pure (R,R)-formoterol
    Patent 5,795,564
    Issued: August 18, 1998
    Inventor(s): Aberg; Gunnar & Morley; John
    Assignee(s): Sepracor, Inc.
    A method and composition are disclosed utilizing the pure (R,R) isomer of formoterol, which is a potent bronchodilator with reduced adverse effects, having a low incidence of the development of tolerance and having increased bronchial distribution when administered by inhalation.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • April 3, 2012
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      Patent use: FOR THE LONG TERM TREATMENT, TWICE DAILY (MORNING AND EVENING) MAINTENANCE TREATMENT OF BRONCHOCONSTRICTION IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD), INCLUDING CHRONIC BRONCHITIS AND EMPHYSEMA




  • Formoterol process
    Patent 6,040,344
    Issued: March 21, 2000
    Inventor(s): Gao; Yun & Hett; Robert & Fang; Kevin Q. & Wald; Stephen A. & Redmon; Martin P. & Senanayake; Chris Hugh
    Assignee(s): Sepracor Inc.
    A method is disclosed for the preparation of optically pure isomers of formoterol by the reaction of an optically pure 4-benzyloxy-3-formamidostyrene oxide with an optically pure 4-methoxy-.alpha.-methyl-N-(phenylmethyl)benzeneethanamine followed by debenzylation. Useful intermediates in the process are also disclosed, as are the novel L-tartrate salt of R,R-formoterol and pharmaceutical compositions thereof.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • November 12, 2016
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      Drug substance




  • Methods and compositions for treating pulmonary disorders using optically pure (R,R) formoterol
    Patent 6,068,833
    Issued: May 30, 2000
    Inventor(s): Aberg; Gunnar & Morley; John
    Assignee(s): Sepracor Inc.
    A method and composition are disclosed utilizing the pure (R,R) isomer of formoterol, which is a potent bronchodilator with reduced adverse effects, having a low incidence of the development of tolerance and having increased duration of action.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • April 3, 2012
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      Patent use: FOR THE LONG TERM TREATMENT, TWICE DAILY (MORNING AND EVENING) MAINTENANCE TREATMENT OF BRONCHOCONSTRICTION IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD), INCLUDING CHRONIC BRONCHITIS AND EMPHYSEMA




  • Formoterol tartrate process and polymorph
    Patent 6,472,563
    Issued: October 29, 2002
    Inventor(s): Gerald J.; Tanoury & Chris H.; Senanayake & Donald W; Kessler
    Assignee(s): Sepracor Inc.
    A method of preparation of a highly pure salt of R,R-formoterol L-tartrate is disclosed. The process provides the most thermodynamically stable polymorph by recrystallization of a novel polymorph.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • November 9, 2021
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      Drug substance




  • Methods and compositions for treating pulmonary disorders using optically pure (R,R) formoterol
    Patent 6,589,508
    Issued: July 8, 2003
    Inventor(s): Gunnar; Aberg & John; Morley
    Assignee(s): Sepracor Inc.
    A method and composition are disclosed utilizing the pure (R,R) isomer of formoterol, which is a potent bronchodilator with reduced adverse effects, having a low incidence of the development of tolerance and having increased duration of action.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • April 3, 2012
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      Patent use: FOR THE LONG TERM TREATMENT, TWICE DAILY (MORNING AND EVENING) MAINTENANCE TREATMENT OF BRONCHOCONSTRICTION IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD), INCLUDING CHRONIC BRONCHITIS AND EMPHYSEMA




  • Formoterol tartrate polymorph
    Patent 6,720,453
    Issued: April 13, 2004
    Inventor(s): Gerald J.; Tanoury & Chris H.; Senanayake & Donald W; Kessler
    Assignee(s): Sepracor Inc.
    A method of preparation of a highly pure salt of R,R-formoterol L-tartrate is disclosed. The process provides the most thermodynamically stable polymorph by recrystallization of a novel polymorph.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • November 9, 2021
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      Drug substance




  • Methods and compositions for treating pulmonary disorders using optically pure (R,R)-formoterol
    Patent 6,866,839
    Issued: March 15, 2005
    Inventor(s): Aberg; Gunnar & Morley; John
    Assignee(s): Sepracor Inc.
    A method and composition are disclosed utilizing the pure (R,R) isomer of formoterol, which is a potent bronchodilator with reduced adverse effects, a low incidence of the development of tolerance and an increased duration of action, as compared to racemic formoterol.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • April 3, 2012
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      Patent use: FOR THE LONG TERM TREATMENT, TWICE DAILY (MORNING AND EVENING) MAINTENANCE TREATMENT OF BRONCHOCONSTRICTION IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD), INCLUDING CHRONIC BRONCHITIS AND EMPHYSEMA




  • Formoterol tartrate polymorph
    Patent 7,145,036
    Issued: December 5, 2006
    Inventor(s): Tanoury; Gerald J. & Senanayake; Chris H. & Kessler; Donald W.
    Assignee(s): Sepracor Inc.
    A method of preparation of a highly pure salt of R,R-formoterol L-tartrate is disclosed. The process provides the most thermodynamically stable polymorph by recrystallization of a novel polymorph.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • November 9, 2021
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      Drug substance




  • Formoterol tartrate process and polymorph
    Patent 8,110,706
    Issued: February 7, 2012
    Inventor(s): Tanoury; Gerald J. & Senanayake; Chris H. & Kessler; Donald W.
    Assignee(s): Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    A method of preparation of a highly pure salt of R,R-formoterol L-tartrate is disclosed. The process provides the most thermodynamically stable polymorph by recrystallization of a novel polymorph.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • November 9, 2021
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      Drug product



See also...

  • Brovana Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Brovana Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Brovana Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Brovana Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Brovana AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
  • Arformoterol Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Arformoterol inhalation Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Arformoterol Inhalation Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Arformoterol Tartrate AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Fragmin


Fragmin is a brand name of dalteparin, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


FRAGMIN (dalteparin sodium - injectable; subcutaneous)



  • Manufacturer: EISAI INC

    Approval date: December 22, 1994

    Strength(s): 2,500IU/0.2ML (12,500IU/ML)


  • Manufacturer: EISAI INC

    Approval date: March 18, 1996

    Strength(s): 5,000IU/0.2ML (25,000IU/ML)


  • Manufacturer: EISAI INC

    Approval date: January 30, 1998

    Strength(s): 10,000IU/ML (10,000IU/ML)


  • Manufacturer: EISAI INC

    Approval date: April 4, 2002

    Strength(s): 7,500IU/0.3ML (25,000IU/ML), 95,000IU/3.8ML (25,000IU/ML) [RLD], 95,000IU/9.5ML (10,000IU/ML)


  • Manufacturer: EISAI INC

    Approval date: May 1, 2007

    Strength(s): 10,000IU/0.4ML (25,000IU/ML), 12,500IU/0.5ML (25,000IU/ML), 15,000IU/0.6ML (25,000IU/ML), 18,000IU/0.72ML (25,000IU/ML)

Has a generic version of Fragmin been approved?


No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Fragmin available.


Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Fragmin. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Fragmin.

See also...

  • Fragmin Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Fragmin Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Fragmin Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Fragmin Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Fragmin AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
  • Dalteparin Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Dalteparin Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Dalteparin Subcutaneous Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Dalteparin Sodium AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Fosamax


Fosamax is a brand name of alendronate, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


FOSAMAX (alendronate sodium - solution; oral)



  • Manufacturer: MERCK

    Approval date: September 17, 2003

    Strength(s): EQ 70MG BASE/75ML [RLD]

FOSAMAX (alendronate sodium - tablet; oral)



  • Manufacturer: MERCK AND CO INC

    Approval date: September 29, 1995

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 40MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: MERCK AND CO INC

    Approval date: April 25, 1997

    Strength(s): EQ 5MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: MERCK AND CO INC

    Approval date: October 20, 2000

    Strength(s): EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [RLD][AB]

Has a generic version of Fosamax been approved?


A generic version of Fosamax has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Fosamax and have been approved by the FDA:


alendronate sodium tablet; oral



  • Manufacturer: APOTEX

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: AUROBINDO PHARMA

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: AUSTARPHARMA LLC

    Approval date: September 24, 2009

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: CADISTA PHARMS

    Approval date: February 18, 2010

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: DR REDDYS LABS LTD

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: MYLAN

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: SUN PHARMA GLOBAL

    Approval date: September 10, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: TEVA PHARMS

    Approval date: February 6, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 40MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: WATSON LABS

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 40MG BASE [AB], EQ 40MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]

Note: No generic formulation of the following product is available.


  • alendronate sodium - solution; oral

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Fosamax. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Dry mix formulation for bisphosphonic acids with lactose
    Patent 5,358,941
    Issued: October 25, 1994
    Inventor(s): Bechard; Simon R. & Kramer; Kenneth A. & Katdare; Ashok V.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Pharmaceutical compositions of bisphosphonic acids, and salts thereof, are prepared by direct compression/dry mix tablet formulation. These pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of disturbances involving calcium or phosphate metabolism, in particular, the treatment and prevention of diseases involving bone resorption, especially osteoporosis, Paget's disease, malignant hypercalcemia, and metastatic bone disease.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 2, 2012


    • June 2, 2013
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Oral liquid alendronate formulations
    Patent 5,462,932
    Issued: October 31, 1995
    Inventor(s): Brenner; Gerald S. & Katdare; Ashok V. & Pretzer; Denise & Whiteford; Donna T.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Disclosed is a therapy protocol for treating and for preventing bone loss in patients who have difficulty in swallowing by administering a liquid formulation of alendronate which can be easily swallowed. Also described are pharmaceutical dosage forms of a syrup, aqueous solution, a solution formed from a reconstituted powder, of alendronate, for carrying out the therapeutic method.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • May 17, 2014


    • November 17, 2014
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Dry mix formulation for bisphosphonic acids
    Patent 5,681,590
    Issued: October 28, 1997
    Inventor(s): Bechard; Simon R. & Kramer; Kenneth A. & Katdare; Ashok V.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Pharmaceutical compositions of bisphosphonic acids, and salts thereof, are prepared by direct compression/dry mix tablet formulation. These pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of disturbances involving calcium or phosphate metabolism, in particular, the treatment and prevention of diseases involving bone resorption, especially osteoporosis, Paget's disease, malignant hypercalcemia, and metastatic bone disease.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 2, 2012


    • June 2, 2013
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Method for inhibiting bone resorption
    Patent 5,994,329
    Issued: November 30, 1999
    Inventor(s): Daifotis; Anastasia G. & Santora, II; Arthur C. & Yates; A. John
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Disclosed are methods for inhibiting bone resorption in mammals while minimizing the occurrence of or potential for adverse gastrointestinal effects. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and kits for carrying out the therapeutic methods disclosed herein.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • July 17, 2018
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      Sponsor has requested patent be delisted


    • January 17, 2019
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Method for inhibiting bone resorption
    Patent 6,015,801
    Issued: January 18, 2000
    Inventor(s): Daifotis; Anastasia G. & Yates; A. John & Santora, II; Arthur C.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Disclosed are methods for inhibiting bone resorption in mammals while minimizing the occurrence of or potential for adverse gastrointestinal effects. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and kits for caring out the therapeutic methods disclosed herein.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • July 17, 2018
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      Sponsor has requested patent be delisted


    • January 17, 2019
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Dry mix formulation for bisphosphonic acids
    Patent 6,090,410
    Issued: July 18, 2000
    Inventor(s): Bechard; Simon R. & Kramer; Kenneth A. & Katdare; Ashok V.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Pharmaceutical compositions of bisphosphonic acids, and salts thereof, are prepared by direct compression/dry mix tablet formulation. These pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of disturbances involving calcium or phosphate metabolism, in particular, the treatment and prevention of diseases involving bone resorption, especially osteoporosis, Paget's disease, malignant hypercalcemia, and metastatic bone disease.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 2, 2012


    • June 2, 2013
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Dry mix formulation for bisphosphonic acids
    Patent 6,194,004
    Issued: February 27, 2001
    Inventor(s): Bechard; Simon R. & Kramer; Kenneth A. & Katdare; Ashok V.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Pharmaceutical compositions of bisphosphonic acids, and salts thereof, are prepared by direct compression/dry mix tablet formulation. These pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of disturbances involving calcium or phosphate metabolism, in particular, the treatment and prevention of diseases involving bone resorption, especially osteoporosis, Paget's disease, malignant hypercalcemia, and metastatic bone disease.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 2, 2012


    • June 2, 2013
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Method for inhibiting bone resorption
    Patent 6,225,294
    Issued: May 1, 2001
    Inventor(s): Daifotis; Anastasia G. & Santora, II; Arthur C. & Yates; A. John
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Disclosed are methods for inhibiting bone resorption in mammals while minimizing the occurrence of or potential for adverse gastrointestinal effects. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and kits for carrying out the therapeutic methods disclosed herein.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • July 17, 2018
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      Sponsor has requested patent be delisted


    • January 17, 2019
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      Pediatric exclusivity



See also...

  • Fosamax Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Fosamax Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Fosamax Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Fosamax Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Fosamax Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Fosamax AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
  • Alendronate Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Alendronate Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Alendronate Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Alendronate Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Alendronate Sodium AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Renova


Renova is a brand name of tretinoin topical, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


RENOVA (tretinoin - cream; topical)



  • Manufacturer: VALEANT INTL

    Approval date: December 29, 1995

    Strength(s): 0.05% [RLD][AB2]


  • Manufacturer: VALEANT INTL

    Approval date: August 31, 2000

    Strength(s): 0.02% [RLD]

Has a generic version of Renova been approved?


A generic version of Renova has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Renova and have been approved by the FDA:


tretinoin cream; topical



  • Manufacturer: SPEAR PHARMS

    Approval date: September 15, 2005

    Strength(s): 0.05% [AB2]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Renova. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Oil-in-water emulsion containing tretinoin
    Patent 6,531,141
    Issued: March 11, 2003
    Inventor(s): John; Marvel
    Assignee(s): Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, Inc.
    The present invention relates to an oil-in-water emulsion containing tretinoin and the use thereof in mitigating skin disorders such as acne, photodamaged skin, wrinkles, mottled hyperpigmentation, tactile roughness, and yellowing of facial skin.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • March 7, 2020



See also...

  • Renova Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Renova Emollient Cream Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Renova Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Renova Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Retin A Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Tretinoin Cream Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tretinoin Emollient Cream Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tretinoin Gel Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tretinoin Liquid Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tretinoin topical Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Rejuva-A Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Retin-A Micro Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Vitamin A Acid Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Tretinoin Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Tretinoin topical AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Cardizem LA


See also: Generic Cardizem, Generic Cardizem CD


Cardizem LA is a brand name of diltiazem, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


CARDIZEM LA (diltiazem hydrochloride - tablet, extended release; oral)



  • Manufacturer: VALEANT INTL

    Approval date: February 6, 2003

    Strength(s): 120MG [AB], 180MG [AB], 240MG [AB], 300MG [AB], 360MG [AB], 420MG [RLD][AB]

Has a generic version of Cardizem LA been approved?


A generic version of Cardizem LA has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Cardizem LA and have been approved by the FDA:


diltiazem hydrochloride tablet, extended release; oral



  • Manufacturer: WATSON LABS FLORIDA

    Approval date: March 15, 2010

    Strength(s): 120MG [AB], 180MG [AB], 240MG [AB], 300MG [AB], 360MG [AB], 420MG [AB]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Cardizem LA. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Extended release form of diltiazem
    Patent 5,529,791
    Issued: June 25, 1996
    Inventor(s): Deboeck; Arthur M. & Baudier; Philippe R.
    Assignee(s): Galephar P.R., Inc., Ltd.
    An extended-release galenical form of Diltiazem or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, which comprises beads containing said Diltiazem or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient and a wetting agent, said beads being coated with a microporous membrane comprising at least a water-soluble or water-dispersible polymer or copolymer and a pharmaceutically acceptable adjuvant.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • June 25, 2013




  • Cushioning wax beads for making solid shaped articles
    Patent 6,923,984
    Issued: August 2, 2005
    Inventor(s): Remon; Jean Paul
    Assignee(s): Universiteit Gent
    Biologically inactive cushioning beads comprise at least one compressible cushioning component consisting essentially of a microcrystalline hydrocarbon wax or a natural wax, the said wax being at least 30% by weight of the biologically inactive cushioning beads. Such beads are useful for making solid shaped articles containing biologically active ingredients by compression.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • February 25, 2021
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      Drug product




  • Chronotherapeutic diltiazem formulations and the administration thereof
    Patent 7,108,866
    Issued: September 19, 2006
    Inventor(s): Albert; Kenneth Stephen & Maes; Paul José
    Assignee(s): Biovall Laboratories International SRL
    A controlled-release Galenical preparation of pharmaceutically acceptable Diltiazem including the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, suitable for evening dosing every 24 hours containing from about 120 mg to about 540 mg or more (as desired) of the form of Diltiazem associated with excipients to provide controlled (sustained) release of the form of Diltiazem for providing a Cmax of Diltiazem in the blood at between about 10 hours and about 15 hours after administration, the preparation comprising the form of Diltiazem in oral sustained-release dosage form in which the Diltiazem is adapted to be released after administration over a prolonged period of time and exhibits when given to humans (i) a higher bioavailability when given at night compared to when given in the morning without food according to FDA guidelines or criteria and (ii) bioequivalence when given in the morning with and without food according to the same FDA guidelines or criteria.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 17, 2019
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF HYPERTENSION AND ANGINA PECTORIS
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      Drug product



See also...

  • Cardizem LA 24-Hour Extended-Release Beads Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Cardizem LA Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Cardizem LA Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Diltiazem Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Diltiazem Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Diltiazem 12-Hour Sustained-Release Capsules Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Diltiazem 24-Hour Extended-Release Beads Capsules Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Diltiazem 24-Hour Extended-Release Beads Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Diltiazem 24-Hour Sustained-Release Beads Capsules Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Diltiazem 24-Hour Sustained-Release Capsules Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Diltiazem Immediate-Release Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Dilt-CD Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Diltiazem Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Dilt-CD Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Diltiazem Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Diltiazem Intravenous Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Diltiazem Hydrochloride AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Zanaflex


Zanaflex is a brand name of tizanidine, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


ZANAFLEX (tizanidine hydrochloride - capsule; oral)



  • Manufacturer: ACORDA

    Approval date: August 29, 2002

    Strength(s): EQ 2MG BASE [AB], EQ 4MG BASE [AB], EQ 6MG BASE [RLD][AB]

ZANAFLEX (tizanidine hydrochloride - tablet; oral)



  • Manufacturer: ACORDA

    Approval date: November 27, 1996

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [RLD][AB]

Has a generic version of Zanaflex been approved?


A generic version of Zanaflex has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Zanaflex and have been approved by the FDA:


tizanidine hydrochloride capsule; oral



  • Manufacturer: APOTEX INC

    Approval date: February 3, 2012

    Strength(s): EQ 2MG BASE [AB], EQ 4MG BASE [AB], EQ 6MG BASE [AB]

tizanidine hydrochloride tablet; oral



  • Manufacturer: ALPHAPHARM

    Approval date: December 16, 2003

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: APOTEX

    Approval date: January 16, 2004

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: CARACO

    Approval date: September 29, 2003

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: COREPHARMA

    Approval date: October 11, 2002

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: DR REDDYS LABS INC

    Approval date: July 3, 2002

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: MYLAN

    Approval date: March 28, 2003

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: SANDOZ

    Approval date: June 27, 2002

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: TEVA

    Approval date: July 3, 2002

    Strength(s): EQ 4MG BASE [AB]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Zanaflex. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Method of reducing somnolence in patients treated with tizanidine
    Patent 6,455,557
    Issued: September 24, 2002
    Inventor(s): Cara A.; Pellegrini & Paul; Stark
    Assignee(s): Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    An article and method for reducing somnolence in a patient receiving tizanidine therapy. Tizanidine may be administered in the form of an immediate release multiparticulate composition at or around the time food is consumed. The composition may be packaged in a container for distribution.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • November 28, 2021



See also...

  • Zanaflex Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Zanaflex Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Zanaflex Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Zanaflex Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Zanaflex AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
  • Tizanidine Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Tizanidine Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tizanidine Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Comfort Pac w/Tizanidine Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Zanaflex Capsule Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Tizanidine Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Tizanidine Hydrochloride AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)