Spiriva Respimat Patent Expiration

Spiriva Respimat is a drug owned by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc. It is protected by 39 US drug patents filed from 2014 to 2017. Out of these, 11 drug patents are active and 28 have expired. Based on its patents and exclusivities, its generic launch date is estimated to be Apr 16, 2031. Details of Spiriva Respimat's patents and their expiration are given in the table below.

Drug Patent Number Drug Patent Title Drug Patent Expiry Status
These drug patents protect the active ingredient(API) of the drug. Only drug patent owner can launch products that use this active ingredient until these patents expire.
USRE39820 Esters of thienyl carboxylic acids and amino alcohols and their quaternization products
Jan, 2018

(6 years ago)

Expired
These drug patents focus on the other aspects of the drug like dosage, mode of administration (oral, tablet, capsules, liquids etc).
US8733341

(Pediatric)

Atomizer and method of atomizing fluid with a nozzle rinsing mechanism
Apr, 2031

(6 years from now)

Active
US8733341 Atomizer and method of atomizing fluid with a nozzle rinsing mechanism
Oct, 2030

(5 years from now)

Active
US7837235

(Pediatric)

Device for clamping a fluidic component
Sep, 2028

(3 years from now)

Active
US7837235 Device for clamping a fluidic component
Mar, 2028

(3 years from now)

Active
US9027967

(Pediatric)

Device for clamping a fluidic component
Sep, 2027

(2 years from now)

Active
US7396341

(Pediatric)

Blocking device for a locking stressing mechanism having a spring-actuated output drive device
Apr, 2027

(2 years from now)

Active
US9027967 Device for clamping a fluidic component
Mar, 2027

(2 years from now)

Active
US7396341 Blocking device for a locking stressing mechanism having a spring-actuated output drive device
Oct, 2026

(1 year, 9 months from now)

Active
US7896264

(Pediatric)

Microstructured high pressure nozzle with built-in filter function
Nov, 2025

(11 months from now)

Active
US7896264 Microstructured high pressure nozzle with built-in filter function
May, 2025

(5 months from now)

Active
US7284474

(Pediatric)

Piston-pumping system having o-ring seal properties
Feb, 2025

(2 months from now)

Active
US7284474 Piston-pumping system having o-ring seal properties
Aug, 2024

(3 months ago)

Expired
US7988001

(Pediatric)

Container provided with a pressure equalization opening
Feb, 2022

(2 years ago)

Expired
US7988001 Container provided with a pressure equalization opening
Aug, 2021

(3 years ago)

Expired
US6988496

(Pediatric)

Cartridge for a liquid
Aug, 2020

(4 years ago)

Expired
US6988496 Cartridge for a liquid
Feb, 2020

(4 years ago)

Expired
US7802568

(Pediatric)

Cartridge for a liquid
Aug, 2019

(5 years ago)

Expired
US6846413

(Pediatric)

Microstructured filter
Feb, 2019

(5 years ago)

Expired
US6977042

(Pediatric)

Microstructured filter
Feb, 2019

(5 years ago)

Expired
US7802568 Cartridge for a liquid
Feb, 2019

(5 years ago)

Expired
US6977042 Microstructured filter
Aug, 2018

(6 years ago)

Expired
US6846413 Microstructured filter
Aug, 2018

(6 years ago)

Expired
USRE39820

(Pediatric)

Esters of thienyl carboxylic acids and amino alcohols and their quaternization products
Jul, 2018

(6 years ago)

Expired
US6149054

(Pediatric)

Mechanical counter for a metering apparatus
Jun, 2017

(7 years ago)

Expired
US6453795

(Pediatric)

Locking mechanism for a spring-actuated device
Jun, 2017

(7 years ago)

Expired
US7104470

(Pediatric)

Device for producing high pressure in a fluid in miniature
Apr, 2017

(7 years ago)

Expired
US5964416

(Pediatric)

Device for producing high pressure in a fluid in miniature
Apr, 2017

(7 years ago)

Expired
US6726124

(Pediatric)

Device for producing high pressure in a fluid in miniature
Apr, 2017

(7 years ago)

Expired
US6149054 Mechanical counter for a metering apparatus
Dec, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US6453795 Locking mechanism for a spring-actuated device
Dec, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US6176442

(Pediatric)

Device for mounting a component exposed to a pressurized fluid
Dec, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US7246615

(Pediatric)

Atomising nozzle and filter and spray generating device
Dec, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US6726124 Device for producing high pressure in a fluid in miniature
Oct, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US7104470 Device for producing high pressure in a fluid in miniature
Oct, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US5964416 Device for producing high pressure in a fluid in miniature
Oct, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US7246615 Atomising nozzle and filter and spray generating device
May, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US6176442 Device for mounting a component exposed to a pressurized fluid
May, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired
US6176242 Method of treating manic depression by brain infusion
May, 2016

(8 years ago)

Expired


FDA has granted several exclusivities to Spiriva Respimat. Till the time these exclusivities are active, no other company can market a generic or bioequivalent version of Spiriva Respimat, regardless of the status of it's patents. These exclusivities hence play a crucial role in delaying the generic launch. Given below are details of the exclusivities granted to Spiriva Respimat.

Exclusivity Information

Spiriva Respimat holds 3 exclusivities. All of its exclusivities have expired in 2020. Details of Spiriva Respimat's exclusivity codes and their expiration dates are given below.


Drug Exclusivity Drug Exclusivity Expiration
New Product(NP) Sep 15, 2018
New Patient Population(NPP) Feb 15, 2020
Pediatric Exclusivity(PED) Aug 15, 2020

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Several oppositions have been filed on Spiriva Respimat's European patents. EP oppositions can significantly impact the timeline for the generic launch of drugs. If an opposition results in the revocation or amendment of a patent, it can shorten the exclusivity period of the original drug. This can lead to an earlier entry of generic versions into the market. To help you estimate the potential early arrival of Spiriva Respimat's generic, the next section provides detailed information on ongoing and past EP oppositions related to Spiriva Respimat patents.

Spiriva Respimat's Oppositions Filed in EPO

Spiriva Respimat has faced multiple oppositions in the European Patent Office. The earliest opposition was filed on Apr 12, 2012, by Knorr-Bremse Systeme Für Nutzfahrzeuge Gmbh. This opposition was filed on patent number EP2004006768W. Click below to reveal the latest opposition data.


Application Filing Date Opposition Party Legal Status
Patent litigations
EP2004006768W Apr, 2012 Knorr-Bremse Systeme für Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH Revoked


US patents provide insights into the exclusivity only within the United States, but Spiriva Respimat is protected by patents in multiple countries. Understanding the full scope of patent protection is crucial in strategizing market entry. By looking at the broader patent landscape, you can identify markets with weaker patent protection which could be ideal generic entry points. The following section offers details on Spiriva Respimat's family patents as well as insights into ongoing legal events on those patents.

Spiriva Respimat's Family Patents

Spiriva Respimat has patent protection in a total of 37 countries. It's US patent count contributes only to 7.7% of its total global patent coverage. 6 countries have all of their patents expired or invalidated which has opened up potential generic launch opportunities in these countries. Click below to unlock the full patent family tree for Spiriva Respimat.

Family Patents

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Generic Launch

Generic Release Date:

Spiriva Respimat's generic launch date based on the last expiry date of its patents and exclusivities combined is estimated to be Apr 16, 2031 (This date is subject to change depending upon the patent filing activities by the drug owner or exclusivity additions to its drug application)

Spiriva Respimat Generic API suppliers:

Tiotropium Bromide is the generic name for the brand Spiriva Respimat. 1 company has already filed for the generic of Spiriva Respimat. Check out the entire list of companies who have already received approval for Spiriva Respimat's generic

How can I launch a generic of Spiriva Respimat before its drug patent expiration? :

You can seek FDA approval to launch a generic drug before the expiration of Spiriva Respimat's patents related by providing a 'paragraph IV certification' in your application, which states that the patent submitted by the Spiriva Respimat's sponsor is invalid, unenforceable, or will not be infringed by your generic product.

Given below are the details of the already filed Para IV certificates on Spiriva Respimat -

Strength Submission Date ANDA(s) Filed First applicant approval Last patent expiry 180 day status
2.5 mcg per actuation 07 Mar, 2023 1 16 Apr, 2031

Alternative Brands for Spiriva Respimat

Spiriva Respimat which is used for managing bronchospasm associated with COPD and reducing exacerbations in COPD patients., has several other brand drugs using the same active ingredient (Tiotropium Bromide). Given below is the list of those companies and their brand drugs, to help you identify new opportunities, assess competitors, and plan your market strategies more effectively.

Drug Owner Drug Name
Boehringer Ingelheim
Spiriva
Stiolto Respimat


Apart from brand drugs containing the same ingredient, some generics have also been filed for Tiotropium Bromide, Spiriva Respimat's active ingredient. Check the complete list of approved generic manufacturers for Spiriva Respimat





About Spiriva Respimat

Spiriva Respimat is a drug owned by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc. It is used for managing bronchospasm associated with COPD and reducing exacerbations in COPD patients. Spiriva Respimat uses Tiotropium Bromide as an active ingredient. Spiriva Respimat was launched by Boehringer Ingelheim in 2015.

Approval Date:

Spiriva Respimat was approved by FDA for market use on 15 September, 2015.

Active Ingredient:

Spiriva Respimat uses Tiotropium Bromide as the active ingredient. Check out other Drugs and Companies using Tiotropium Bromide ingredient

Treatment:

Spiriva Respimat is used for managing bronchospasm associated with COPD and reducing exacerbations in COPD patients.

Dosage:

Spiriva Respimat is available in spray, metered form for inhalation use. Given below is detailed information on Dosage -

Strength Dosage Form Availability Application Pathway
EQ 0.00125MG BASE/INH SPRAY, METERED Prescription INHALATION
EQ 0.0025MG BASE/INH SPRAY, METERED Prescription INHALATION


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