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Generic Ozurdex Availability

Ozurdex is a brand name of dexamethasone ophthalmic, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):

OZURDEX (dexamethasone - implant;intravitreal)

  • Manufacturer: ALLERGAN
    Approval date: June 17, 2009
    Strength(s): 0.7MG [RLD]

Has a generic version of Ozurdex been approved?

No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Ozurdex available in the United States.

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Ozurdex. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: Generic Drug FAQs.

Related Patents

Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.

  • Methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye
    Patent 6,726,918
    Issued: April 27, 2004
    Inventor(s): Vernon G.; Wong & Mae W. L.; Hu
    Assignee(s): Oculex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

    Methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye are described, comprising: implanting into the vitreous of the eye of an individual a bioerodible implant comprising a steroidal anti-inflammatory agent and a bioerodible polymer, wherein the implant delivers the agent to the vitreous in an amount sufficient to reach a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.05 &mgr;g/ml dexamethasone within about 48 hours and maintains a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.03 &mgr;g/ml dexamethasone for at least about three weeks.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA
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    • October 20, 2020
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF UVEITIS
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  • Methods and apparatus for delivery of ocular implants
    Patent 6,899,717
    Issued: May 31, 2005
    Inventor(s): Weber; David & Kane; Ingrid & Rehal; Mike & Lathrop, III; Robert L. & Aptekarev; Kenny
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    An apparatus and methods for delivering ocular implants or microimplants. The apparatus is ergonomically designed for ease of use, and a simple manual depression of an actuator produces proportional movement of a linkage causing the implant or microimplant to be ejected through a cannula disposed at the desired location in the eye. Small gauge cannulas are provided for self-sealing methods of delivery.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • November 1, 2023
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      Patent use: DELIVERING AN OCULAR IMPLANT AS DESCRIBED IN THE DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION SECTION OF THE APPROVED LABELING OF OZURDEX
  • Methods for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye and intraocular implants for use therefor
    Patent 7,033,605
    Issued: April 25, 2006
    Inventor(s): Wong; Vernon G.
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye of an individual are described, comprising: a) performing an ocular transplant procedure; and b) implanting in the eye a bioerodible drug delivery system comprising an immunosuppressive agent and a bioerodible polymer.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
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      Drug product
  • Methods for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye and intraocular implants for use
    Patent 7,767,223
    Issued: August 3, 2010
    Inventor(s): Wong; Vernon G.
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye of an individual are described, comprising: a) performing an ocular transplant procedure; and b) implanting in the eye a bioerodible drug delivery system comprising an immunosuppressive agent and a bioerodible polymer.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • November 28, 2021
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  • Ocular implant made by a double extrusion process
    Patent 8,034,366
    Issued: October 11, 2011
    Inventor(s): Shiah; Jane-Guo & Bhagat; Rahul & Blanda; Wendy M. & Nivaggioli; Thierry & Peng; Lin & Chou; David & Weber; David A.
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    The invention provides biodegradable implants sized for implantation in an ocular region and methods for treating medical conditions of the eye. The implants are formed from a mixture of hydrophilic end and hydrophobic end PLGA, and deliver active agents into an ocular region without a high burst release.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • January 9, 2023
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF UVEITIS
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    • January 9, 2023
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA
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  • Ocular implant made by a double extrusion process
    Patent 8,034,370
    Issued: October 11, 2011
    Inventor(s): Shiah; Jane-Guo & Bhagat; Rahul & Blanda; Wendy M. & Nivaggioli; Thierry & Peng; Lin & Chou; David & Weber; David A.
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    The invention provides biodegradable implants sized for implantation in an ocular region and methods for treating medical conditions of the eye. The implants are formed from a mixture of hydrophilic end and hydrophobic end PLGA, and deliver active agents into an ocular region without a high burst release.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • January 9, 2023
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  • Methods for reducing edema
    Patent 8,043,628
    Issued: October 25, 2011
    Inventor(s): Wong; Vernon G.
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for reducing or preventing neovascularization or edema in the eye by implanting in the eye a bioerodible drug delivery system comprising an immunosuppressive agent and a bioerodible polymer.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA
  • Implants and methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye
    Patent 8,063,031
    Issued: November 22, 2011
    Inventor(s): Wong; Vernon G. & Hu; Mae W. L.
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye are described, comprising: implanting into the vitreous of the eye of an individual a bioerodible implant comprising a steroidal anti-inflammatory agent and a bioerodible polymer, wherein the implant delivers the agent to the vitreous in an amount sufficient to reach a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.05 μg/ml dexamethasone within about 48 hours and maintains a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.03 μg/ml dexamethasone for at least about three weeks.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
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      Drug product
  • Method for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye and intraocular implants for use therefor
    Patent 8,088,407
    Issued: January 3, 2012
    Inventor(s): Wong; Vernon G
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye of an individual are described, comprising: a) performing an ocular transplant procedure; and b) implanting in the eye a bioerodible drug delivery system comprising an immunosuppressive agent and a bioerodible polymer.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA
  • Ocular implant made by a double extrusion process
    Patent 8,506,987
    Issued: August 13, 2013
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    The invention provides biodegradable implants sized for implantation in an ocular region and methods for treating medical conditions of the eye. The implants are formed from a mixture of hydrophilic end and hydrophobic end PLGA, and deliver active agents into an ocular region without a high burst release.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • January 9, 2023
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF UVEITIS
    • January 9, 2023
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA
  • Implants and methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye
    Patent 9,012,437
    Issued: April 21, 2015
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye are described, comprising: implanting into the vitreous of the eye of an individual a bioerodible implant comprising a steroidal anti-inflammatory agent and a bioerodible polymer, wherein the implant delivers the agent to the vitreous in an amount sufficient to reach a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.05 μg/ml dexamethasone within about 48 hours and maintains a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.03 μg/ml dexamethasone for at least about three weeks.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
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      Patent use: TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA
  • Ocular implant made by a double extrusion process
    Patent 9,192,511
    Issued: November 24, 2015
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    The invention provides biodegradable implants sized for implantation in an ocular region and methods for treating medical conditions of the eye. The implants are formed from a mixture of hydrophilic end and hydrophobic end PLGA, and deliver active agents into an ocular region without a high burst release.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • January 9, 2023
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      Drug product
  • Methods for treating edema in the eye and intraocular implants for use therefor
    Patent 9,283,178
    Issued: March 15, 2016
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye of an individual are described, comprising: a) performing an ocular transplant procedure; and b) implanting in the eye a bioerodible drug delivery system comprising an immunosuppressive agent and a bioerodible polymer.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
      ✓ 
      Patent use: TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA
  • Methods for treating edema in the eye and intraocular implants for use therefor
    Patent 9,592,242
    Issued: March 14, 2017
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for reducing or preventing transplant rejection in the eye of an individual are described, comprising: a) performing an ocular transplant procedure; and b) implanting in the eye a bioerodible drug delivery system comprising an immunosuppressive agent and a bioerodible polymer.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
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      Patent use: INTRAVITREAL TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA FOLLOWING BRANCH RETINAL VEIN OCCLUSION (BRVO) OR CENTRAL RETINAL VEIN OCCLUSION (CRVO)
    • October 20, 2020
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      Patent use: INTRAVITREAL TREATMENT OF DIABETIC MACULAR EDEMA
  • Implants and methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye
    Patent 9,775,849
    Issued: October 3, 2017
    Assignee(s): Allergan, Inc.

    Methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye are described, comprising: implanting into the vitreous of the eye of an individual a bioerodible implant comprising a steroidal anti-inflammatory agent and a bioerodible polymer, wherein the implant delivers the agent to the vitreous in an amount sufficient to reach a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.05 μg/ml dexamethasone within about 48 hours and maintains a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.03 μg/ml dexamethasone for at least about three weeks.

    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 20, 2020
      ✓ 
      Patent use: INTRAVITREAL TREATMENT OF MACULAR EDEMA FOLLOWING BRANCH RETINAL VEIN OCCLUSION (BRVO) OR CENTRAL RETINAL VEIN OCCLUSION (CRVO)
    • October 20, 2020
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      Patent use: INTRAVITREAL TREATMENT OF DIABETIC MACULAR EDEMA
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