Tag: patent expiration

Generic Drug Availability: How Long After Patent Expiration Do They Actually Hit the Market?

Generic Drug Availability: How Long After Patent Expiration Do They Actually Hit the Market?

Generic drugs don't appear immediately after a patent expires. Legal delays, patent thickets, and corporate strategies often push back availability by 18 months or more-costing patients billions. Here's how the system really works.

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International Patent Expiration: How Deadlines Vary Around the World

International Patent Expiration: How Deadlines Vary Around the World

Patent expiration isn't the same worldwide. While the standard is 20 years from filing, delays, extensions, maintenance fees, and local laws mean your patent may expire earlier-or later-depending on the country. Understand how it really works.

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