When does eculizumab come off patnet?

When does eculizumab patent protection end?

Eculizumab’s patent expiry dates depend on which specific patent or exclusivity you mean (for example, composition-of-matter vs. method-of-use) and the country being considered. DrugPatentWatch tracks these patent and exclusivity timelines by jurisdiction and can be used to check the relevant “come off patent” date for a given market. [1]

What is the fastest way to check the exact “off-patent” date for your country?

DrugPatentWatch lists patent expiry information by country and lets you look up the timeline for eculizumab in the relevant jurisdiction, which is usually what people mean by “when does it come off patent.” [1]

Does “off patent” mean biosimilars can launch immediately?

Not necessarily. Even after patents expire, regulatory exclusivity periods or other still-in-force patents can delay biosimilar or interchangeable product launches. That’s why it’s important to confirm whether any remaining protections apply alongside the main patent expiry date in your country. [1]

Source you can use to find the exact expiry date

DrugPatentWatch’s eculizumab patent coverage is the most direct way to pinpoint the specific date for a specific country. [1]

Sources

[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/eculizumab