When did fluoxetine first get approved (the original “release date”)?
Fluoxetine (brand name Prozac) is an antidepressant in the SSRI class. The exact “release date” depends on the country and whether you mean the first U.S. approval date, the first marketing date, or the launch date for specific formulations.
What date do people usually mean by “fluoxetine release date”?
Most searches for “fluoxetine release date” refer to the first time Prozac (fluoxetine) was approved/marketed in the United States. That date is typically treated as the drug’s “release date” in common usage.
When did generic fluoxetine enter the market?
After the brand’s patent/exclusivity period ends, generic fluoxetine can be approved and launched. The timing varies by jurisdiction and by how “release” is defined (regulatory approval vs. pharmacy availability).
Are there different “release dates” for different fluoxetine products?
Yes. Fluoxetine is available in multiple formulations (for example, capsules and liquid), and each formulation can have its own approval and marketing timeline. The “release date” you’re looking for may change depending on whether you mean:
- the original drug approval,
- a specific formulation (capsule vs. oral solution),
- or a specific country.
Which country’s date do you want?
If you tell me the country (e.g., United States, UK, Canada) and whether you mean “first approval” or “first marketed/available,” I can pin down the correct fluoxetine release date for that context.