Simvastatin fda approval year?

See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Simvastatin

What year was simvastatin approved by the FDA?

Simvastatin (Zocor) was approved by the FDA in 1991. [1]

When did simvastatin first become available?

FDA approval in 1991 is the year when the drug first received authorization for marketing in the U.S., leading to its subsequent launch as Zocor. [1]

Does the FDA approval year differ from patent or launch dates?

Yes. The FDA approval year (1991) refers to when the agency cleared simvastatin for marketing, which is different from later events like patent milestones, exclusivity periods, or generic entry. [1]

Where can I verify the FDA approval date?

DrugPatentWatch lists FDA-related milestones for simvastatin, including its approval year. [1]

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/