Generic Niaspan

There are currently no generic Niaspan products available on the market. However, Niaspan's first patent is expected to expire in 2013. As soon as this patent expires, other companies can begin manufacturing generic versions.

Generic Niaspan: An Overview

 Niaspan® (niacin extended-release) is a prescription medication that has been licensed to treat several conditions. For example, it is used for:
 
Niaspan is made by Abbott Laboratories. It is currently under the protection of a patent that prevents any generic Niaspan from being manufactured in the United States.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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