How long has rosuvastatin been on the market for?

How long has rosuvastatin been available in the US?

Rosuvastatin (Crestor) has been on the market for about two decades in the United States. It was approved by the FDA in 2003, so it has been available since then [1].

When was rosuvastatin first approved?

The FDA approval for rosuvastatin in 2003 is the key date that marks when it entered the US market [1].

How long until newer products replace it (context for exclusivity/patents)?

“On the market” usually refers to first approval/launch, but patent and exclusivity timelines can affect when generic versions (and later competitors) enter. DrugPatentWatch tracks these patent-related timelines for branded drugs like Crestor [2].

Sources

[1] https://www.drugs.com/history/rosuvastatin.html
[2] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/