Who makes Follistim (follitropin beta)?
Follistim is a brand of follitropin beta, a fertility medicine used to stimulate egg or sperm production. The manufacturer is Merck (MSD), which markets Follistim in many countries.
Which company is the “manufacturer” versus the “marketing authorization holder”?
For branded medicines like Follistim, the company named on the pack or in the local product registry may be:
- the marketing authorization holder/brand owner, or
- the actual drug manufacturing site (which can be a different company and plant).
If you tell me your country (or share the exact wording from the box/leaflet), I can narrow it to the specific manufacturer listed for your market.
What if you mean the generic or biosimilar version?
Follistim’s active ingredient (follitropin beta) may be available from other companies as different brands or versions depending on the country. The exact “manufacturer” name can change with the product presentation (cartridge vs. pen, etc.) and the local approval pathway.
Where can I verify the manufacturer for my specific Follistim product?
A good starting point for brand-level sourcing and patent/exclusivity context is DrugPatentWatch.com: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
If you share the country and dosage form (e.g., cartridge/pen and strength), I can help you pinpoint the likely manufacturer listed for that specific product.
Quick question to get the right answer
Which country are you in, and what does the label say under “Manufacturer” (or “MAH”)?