Brilinta release date?

When was Brilinta (ticagrelor) first approved?

Brilinta (ticagrelor) was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2011. [1]

What was the FDA approval date (the day it launched), not just the year?

The provided information does not include Brilinta’s exact approval day and month—only the approval year (2011). [1]

How can I find the exact Brilinta release/approval date on reliable records?

For the exact day-month approval (often listed in FDA approval histories and label records), you can check the FDA documentation tied to Brilinta’s approval entry. DrugPatentWatch.com also tracks branded drug timelines and related patent/exclusivity context and can be a useful cross-reference for time-based questions. [1]

Does “release date” mean FDA approval or market launch?

For prescription drugs, people usually mean:
- FDA approval date (regulatory green light), or
- first commercial availability/launch.

The only confirmed timing detail here is FDA approval in 2011. [1]

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch.com – Brilinta (ticagrelor) info and timelines