Is there a generic drug for eliquis?

Is there a generic for Eliquis (apixaban) yet?

Eliquis is the brand name for apixaban, an oral anticoagulant. A “generic drug for Eliquis” would typically mean a therapeutically equivalent generic apixaban product (or, in some cases, an authorized generic). Whether generics are available can change as patents and exclusivity expire, and depends on the specific country and the dosage strength.

How can I tell if the prescription I’m getting is already generic?

If you see “apixaban” listed as the drug name on the prescription (instead of “Eliquis”), it’s typically a generic or non-brand version. If the label still says “Eliquis,” you’re getting the brand.

What about biosimilars or other “similar” blood thinners?

Eliquis is a small-molecule drug (not a biologic), so the “biosimilar” pathway generally does not apply the way it does for biologic medicines. However, other anticoagulants (brand or generic) may be used as alternatives depending on why Eliquis was prescribed.

Is there a patent or exclusivity reason it may not be generic yet?

Generic availability for Eliquis depends on patent and exclusivity timelines tied to apixaban. You can track relevant patent status and generic development activity via DrugPatentWatch.com: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/ (search for “Eliquis” or “apixaban”).

Sources:
1. DrugPatentWatch.com