Generic Prinivil Availability
Last updated on Jun 11, 2025.
Prinivil is a brand name of lisinopril, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
PRINIVIL (lisinopril - tablet;oral)
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Manufacturer: MERCK
Approval date: December 29, 1987
Strength(s): 5MG (discontinued), 10MG (discontinued), 20MG (discontinued) -
Manufacturer: MERCK
Approval date: October 25, 1988
Strength(s): 40MG (discontinued) -
Manufacturer: MERCK
Approval date: January 28, 1994
Strength(s): 2.5MG (discontinued)
All of the above formulations have been discontinued.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Prinivil. 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 FAQ.
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| Drug Patent | A drug patent is assigned by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and assigns exclusive legal right to the patent holder to protect the proprietary chemical formulation. The patent assigns exclusive legal right to the inventor or patent holder, and may include entities such as the drug brand name, trademark, product dosage form, ingredient formulation, or manufacturing process A patent usually expires 20 years from the date of filing, but can be variable based on many factors, including development of new formulations of the original chemical, and patent infringement litigation. |
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