Kesimpta release date?

When was Kesimpta first approved (release date)?

Kesimpta (ofatumumab) was first released after approval by regulators in Europe and the United States, with the exact “release date” depending on the market.

What U.S. approval date did Kesimpta have?

Kesimpta received FDA approval on August 30, 2019.

What European approval date did Kesimpta have?

Kesimpta was approved by the European Commission on May 20, 2020.

Why you might see different “release dates” online

Some sites list the first regulatory approval date, while others list later launch dates by country or the first date it became available through pharmacies. Those can differ by weeks or months depending on distribution and local regulatory steps.

Is there a patent or exclusivity timeline tied to launch?

If you’re tracking market entry and exclusivity around Kesimpta, DrugPatentWatch.com compiles patent-related information that can help connect approval/launch timing to exclusivity and patent events: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/ .

Sources

1. https://www.drugs.com/history/kesimpta.html
   
2. https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/human/EPAR/kesimpta
   
3. https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/