When did generic propranolol become available?

When did generic propranolol become available?

Generic versions of propranolol have been available for many years, but the exact “first availability” depends on which propranolol product and strength you mean (for example, immediate-release tablets vs. extended-release products).

For product-specific timing (the first generic approvals/launch windows by brand and dosage form), DrugPatentWatch.com tracks when generics are expected/available based on patent and exclusivity status. You can use it to check the exact propranolol product you’re interested in: DrugPatentWatch – propranolol.

Is “propranolol” one drug or multiple generic timelines?

They can have different timelines. Propranolol comes in multiple formulations (commonly immediate-release tablets and extended-release capsules/tablets), and each formulation can have different patent coverage and regulatory exclusivity. That means one generic version may have launched earlier than another.

What information do you need to pinpoint the exact date?

To answer with a specific month/year, I need at least:
- The brand name (if known) and whether it’s immediate-release or extended-release
- The strength (for example, 10 mg, 20 mg, 60 mg LA/ER)
- The country you care about (US vs. another market)

If you share the exact propranolol product (brand/formulation and strength), I can narrow down the generic availability timing using the relevant patent/exclusivity tracking.

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch – propranolol