Oxycontin release date?

When was OxyContin first released?

OxyContin’s original product launch date was in 1995 (the first time Purdue Pharma marketed extended-release oxycodone as OxyContin).

Was there an FDA approval date tied to the launch?

Yes. OxyContin was approved for marketing by the FDA in the mid-1990s, aligning with the 1995 launch timeframe.

Why do people see different dates online?

You may see multiple dates depending on whether a source is referring to:
- FDA approval versus the commercial launch
- revisions to the label or formulation/strength changes after the initial launch

Where can I verify the exact dates?

DrugPatentWatch.com tracks branded drug histories and filings, which can help confirm dates tied to exclusivity and regulatory/patent events. See: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/

Sources

1. https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/