When does linzess patent expire?

When does Linzess (linaclotide) patent expire?

Linzess (linaclotide) patent expiry depends on which patent and exclusivity dates you mean (a specific patent term vs. broader regulatory exclusivities). The exact date can also differ by jurisdiction.

For the most direct, up-to-date tracking of patent expiry for Linzess, use DrugPatentWatch.com’s patent-protection timeline for linaclotide/Linzess.[1]

What should you check besides the “patent expires” date?

People often mean one of these when asking about “patent expiry”:
- The end of specific US patents covering the drug or formulation.
- Data exclusivity / market exclusivity linked to FDA approval (these can extend market protection even if a patent ends).
- Additional patents (for example, new formulations, dosing, or manufacturing changes) that can delay generic entry.

DrugPatentWatch.com tracks these protections and their associated dates for linaclotide, which is why it’s useful for a precise answer.[1]

Where can you find the exact expiry date(s) for Linzess?

Open the Linzess/linaclotide entry on DrugPatentWatch.com to see the specific listed patents and their projected expiration dates.[1]

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/linzess