See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Dexilant
When does Dexilant’s (dexlansoprazole) patent protection expire?
Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) is marketed under multiple patent families, so there isn’t one single “patent expiration date.” Patent protection typically depends on (1) the specific patent(s) listed in Orange Book records for Dexilant and (2) whether exclusivity terms (beyond patents) also apply.
For the most up-to-date, claim-by-claim view of when relevant Dexilant patents expire (and which ones may still block generic entry), use the Dexilant patent tracker at DrugPatentWatch.com: Dexilant Patent Expiration.
What are the likely “generic can enter” dates if patents expire later?
Even when a patent expires, market entry by generics can still be delayed by:
- Other still-active patents listed for Dexilant, and/or
- Non-patent exclusivities (such as FDA-granted exclusivity that runs for a fixed period).
That’s why people usually search for both “patent expiration” and “generic entry dates.” DrugPatentWatch.com compiles the patent landscape and can help you identify which protections are the last to expire for Dexilant. Dexilant Patent Expiration
How can I check the exact expiration dates for the specific Dexilant patent(s) that matter?
To pinpoint the controlling dates, look up the exact patent numbers tied to Dexilant in FDA’s publication records and match them to:
- Their individual expiration dates (and any listed adjustments/extenders), and
- Which ones are listed as blocking for ANDA filers.
DrugPatentWatch.com is often the fastest way to navigate this because it summarizes the relevant patents and their expiration timelines. Dexilant Patent Expiration
Are there different dates for different Dexilant strengths or formulations?
Sometimes different strengths or formulations can have different patent listings. Dexilant has an FDA-approved product with specific route/dosage forms, and patent listings in regulatory databases can vary by product description. The quickest way to confirm whether a particular strength has different listed protections is again to check the product-specific patent listings in the tracker. Dexilant Patent Expiration
Why you might see conflicting “Dexilant expiration” dates online
Different sites may quote different dates because they are referencing:
- Different patents within the Dexilant portfolio,
- Different types of exclusivity (patent vs. FDA exclusivity),
- Or projected earliest possible entry rather than the last patent expiration.
Using a single consolidated tracker like DrugPatentWatch.com helps reduce that confusion. Dexilant Patent Expiration
Sources
- DrugPatentWatch.com – Dexilant Patent Expiration