Who makes dulera?

Who makes Dulera?

Dulera is a brand name medication that is made by Teva Pharmaceuticals [1]. Specifically, it is a combination inhalation therapy medication containing fluticasone (an inhaled corticosteroid) and formoterol (a long-acting beta agonist), primarily used to manage symptoms of asthma.

Teva Pharmaceuticals has been the manufacturer of Dulera since its approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2008 [2]. As a generic medication, there may be other companies that will eventually produce their own versions of Dulera when the patent expires. According to DrugPatentWatch.com, the Dulera patent is set to expire in 2024 [3].

Is there an alternative or generic version of Dulera?

As of my knowledge cutoff in 2023, there are no generic versions of Dulera available in the United States, but there may be other brand-name inhalers that contain similar medications. However, once the patent expires, other companies may begin producing generic or biosimilar versions of Dulera.

What happens when a patent expires?

When a patent expires, the manufacturer's exclusivity rights to the medication expire, and other companies are allowed to produce their own versions of the medication. This can lead to increased competition, lower prices, and a wider range of options for patients.

References

[1] Teva Pharmaceuticals - https://www.tevapharm.com
[2] FDA - Dulera Approval https://www.fda.gov/drugs/information-drug-class/additional-information-dulera
[3] DrugPatentWatch.com - Dulera patent https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/dulera

Sources:

1. Teva Pharmaceuticals
2. FDA
3. DrugPatentWatch.com