Friday, October 7, 2016

Calcijex


Calcijex is a brand name of calcitriol, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


CALCIJEX (calcitriol - injectable; injection)



  • Manufacturer: ABBOTT

    Approval date: September 25, 1986

    Strength(s): 0.001MG/ML [RLD][AP], 0.002MG/ML [RLD][AP]

Has a generic version of Calcijex been approved?


A generic version of Calcijex has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Calcijex and have been approved by the FDA:


calcitriol injectable; injection



  • Manufacturer: AKORN

    Approval date: January 29, 2008

    Strength(s): 0.001MG/ML [AP], 0.002MG/ML [AP]


  • Manufacturer: APP PHARMS

    Approval date: December 31, 2002

    Strength(s): 0.001MG/ML [AP], 0.002MG/ML [AP]


  • Manufacturer: FRESENIUS MEDCL

    Approval date: February 20, 2003

    Strength(s): 0.001MG/ML [AP], 0.002MG/ML [AP]


  • Manufacturer: LUITPOLD

    Approval date: September 26, 2003

    Strength(s): 0.001MG/ML [AP], 0.002MG/ML [AP]


  • Manufacturer: ROCKWELL MEDCL

    Approval date: September 17, 2003

    Strength(s): 0.001MG/ML [AP]


  • Manufacturer: SAGENT PHARMS

    Approval date: February 8, 2006

    Strength(s): 0.001MG/ML [AP]


  • Manufacturer: TEVA PARENTERAL

    Approval date: March 31, 2003

    Strength(s): 0.002MG/ML [AP]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Calcijex. 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: About generic drugs.




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.




  • Low oxygen content compositions of 1.alpha., 25-dihydroxycholecalciferol
    Patent 6,051,567
    Issued: April 18, 2000
    Inventor(s): Abrahamson; Kent & Anderson; Amy N. & Grady; Haiyan
    Assignee(s): Abbott Laboratories
    The invention relates to stable aqueous formulations comprising 1.alpha., 25-dihydroxycholecalciferol, a unit dose system comprising the same in a sealed vessel, and a process for preparing them.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • August 2, 2019


    • February 2, 2020
      ✓ 
      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Low oxygen content compositions of 1.alpha., 25-dihydroxycholeclciferol
    Patent 6,265,392
    Issued: July 24, 2001
    Inventor(s): Abrahamson; Kent & Anderson; Amy N. & Grady; Haiyan
    Assignee(s): Abbott Laboratories
    The invention relates to stable aqueous formulations comprising 1.alpha.,25-dihydroxycholecalciferol, a unit dose system comprising the same in a sealed vessel, and a process for preparing them.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • August 2, 2019


    • February 2, 2020
      ✓ 
      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Low oxygen content compostions of 1.alpha., 25-dihydroxycholecalciferol
    Patent 6,274,169
    Issued: August 14, 2001
    Inventor(s): Abrahamson; Kent & Anderson; Amy N. & Grady; Haiyan & Hartmann; Kurt J. & Farmer; Randall M. & Oberdier; John P.
    Assignee(s): Abbott Laboratories
    The invention relates to stable compositions comprising 1.alpha., 25-dihydroxycholecalciferol, a unit dose system comprising the same in a sealed vessel, and a process for preparing them.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • August 2, 2019


    • February 2, 2020
      ✓ 
      Pediatric exclusivity



See also...

  • Calcijex Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Calcitriol Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Calcitriol Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Calcitriol Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Calcitriol AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

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