When does the SPS patent for ofev expire?
“SPS” isn’t a single, universally defined patent type in the way “patent expiry” is used in drug news, so the exact expiry date depends on which specific “SPS patent” is being referenced for ofev (nintedanib). To give a precise date, you need the patent number or the exact patent listing (for example, the specific US, EP, or other jurisdiction and whether it’s an SPC/Supplementary Protection Certificate or another entry labeled “SPS” in a database).
If you share the jurisdiction (US/EP/UK/etc.) and the patent number (or a link/screenshot of the “SPS” entry you mean), I can map it to the corresponding expiry date.
What “SPS” usually means for drug timelines (SPC vs something else)
In many Europe-focused drug timelines, “SPS” gets used informally when people mean an SPC (Supplementary Protection Certificate). If that’s what you mean, SPC expiry is often tied to patent terms plus a regulatory “clock” and can extend beyond the underlying patent, but the exact end date depends on the specific authorization and the jurisdiction.
How to quickly find the correct expiry date you’re looking for
DrugPatentWatch.com is commonly used to track patent and exclusivity expiries for specific brands, including ofev, and it will show the relevant patent/extension entries for each jurisdiction. You can use it to identify the exact “SPS” line you mean, then read the stated expiry date on that entry: DrugPatentWatch.com - Ofev (nintedanib).
Can you confirm the patent jurisdiction?
Expiry dates differ by jurisdiction, so if you’re trying to answer for:
- US (Orange Book-style listings),
- Europe/UK (SPC-style listings),
- or another country,
…the answer can change.
What to send so I can give the exact expiry date
Reply with one of the following:
1) The country/jurisdiction + the patent number, or
2) A link to the specific “SPS” entry you’re referring to, or
3) The exact text from the listing (as shown in DrugPatentWatch or another database).
Sources
- DrugPatentWatch.com - Ofev (nintedanib)