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When do Vascepa patents expire, and what generic alternatives are available?

Vascepa is a drug marketed by Amarin Pharms and is included in one NDA. There are sixty-three patents protecting this drug and two Paragraph IV challenges.

This drug has three hundred and sixty-nine patent family members in forty-six countries.

The generic ingredient in VASCEPA is icosapent ethyl. There are twelve drug master file entries for this compound. Fifteen suppliers are listed for this compound. Additional details are available on the icosapent ethyl profile page.

DrugPatentWatch® Litigation and Generic Entry Outlook for Vascepa

A generic version of VASCEPA was approved as icosapent ethyl by HIKMA on May 21st, 2020.

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Recent Clinical Trials for VASCEPA

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SponsorPhase
National Cancer Institute (NCI)Phase 1/Phase 2
HLS Therapeutics, IncPhase 4
Unity Health TorontoPhase 4

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Paragraph IV (Patent) Challenges for VASCEPA
Tradename Dosage Ingredient Strength NDA ANDAs Submitted Submissiondate
VASCEPA Capsules icosapent ethyl 500 mg 202057 1 2017-08-29
VASCEPA Capsules icosapent ethyl 1 g 202057 4 2016-07-26

US Patents and Regulatory Information for VASCEPA

VASCEPA is protected by sixty-eight US patents.

Patents protecting VASCEPA

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO LOWER TRIGLYCERIDES IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (ABOUT 200 MG/DL TO LESS THAN ABOUT 500 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

Methods of reducing triglycerides and LDL-C
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO REDUCE TRIGLYCERIDES IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (ABOUT 200 MG/DL TO LESS THAN ABOUT 500 MG/DL) AND ON ROSUVASTATIN THERAPY

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION AND/OR UNSTABLE ANGINA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (TG >= 150 MG/DL TO ABOUT 500 MG/DL)

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT (CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH, CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION AND/OR UNSTABLE ANGINA) IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A CV EVENT (CV DEATH, CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION, UNSTABLE ANGINA, STROKE AND/OR MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION) IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS AND DIABETES MELLITUS

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject at risk for cardiovascular disease
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS AND AT LEAST ONE RISK FACTOR FOR CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF UNSTABLE ANGINA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ESTABLISHED CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject at risk for cardiovascular disease
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF STROKE IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ESTABLISHED CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject at risk for cardiovascular disease
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ESTABLISHED CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A MAJOR CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH DIABETES MELLITUS AND TWO OR MORE ADDITIONAL RISK FACTORS FOR CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Methods of reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in a subject
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA WITH HIGH INTENSITY STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A CV EVENT IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS AND (1) ESTABLISHED CV DISEASE, OR (2) DIABETES MELLITUS AND TWO OR MORE ADDITIONAL RISK FACTORS FOR CV DISEASE

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A THIRD AND FURTHER CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TG LEVELS (>=150 MG/DL) AND ESTABLISHED CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Methods of reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in a subject
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SECOND OR FURTHER CARDIOVASCULAR (CV) EVENT IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TG LEVELS (>= 150 MG/DL) AND DIABETES MELLITUS AND 2 OR MORE ADDITIONAL RISK FACTORS FOR CV DISEASE

Methods of treating mixed dyslipidemia
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, STROKE, BOTH IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject at risk for cardiovascular disease
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ESTABLISHED CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF STROKE IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDES AND ATRIAL FIBRILLATION

Compositions and methods for lowering triglycerides
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO LOWER TRIGLYCERIDES AND LDL-C IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (ABOUT 200 MG/DL TO LESS THAN ABOUT 500 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO REDUCE TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS IN AN ADULT PATIENT ON STATIN THERAPY AND HAVING ATRIAL FIBRILLATION AND TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS OF GREATER THAN 500 MG/DL

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject at risk for cardiovascular disease
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS AND ESTABLISHED CV DISEASE OR DIABETES MELLITUS AND TWO OR MORE ADDITIONAL RISK FACTORS FOR CV DISEASE

Methods of reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in a subject
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SECOND AND FURTHER CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ESTABLISHED CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION IN AN ADULT PATIENT HAVING ATRIAL FIBRILLATION OR ATRIAL FLUTTER AND ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS

Methods of reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in a subject
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT IN A PATIENT WITH PRIOR PERCUTANEOUS CORONARY INTERVENTION

Methods of treating mixed dyslipidemia
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO REDUCE TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS IN AN ADULT PATIENT HAVING TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS OF AT LEAST ABOUT 500 MG/DL, ON ANTICOAGULANT/ANTIPLATELET/THROMBOLYTIC THERAPY, AND HAVING ATRIAL FIBRILLATION AND/OR ATRIAL FLUTTER

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO REDUCE TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS IN AN ADULT PATIENT ON STATIN THERAPY AND HAVING ATRIAL FIBRILLATION OR ATRIAL FLUTTER AND TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS OF ABOUT 500 MG/DL TO ABOUT 2,000 MG/DL

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF MI IN AN ADULT PATIENT ON STATIN THERAPY AND WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (>150 MG/DL), WHEREIN THE PATIENT EXPERIENCES ATRIAL FIBRILLATION AND/OR FLUTTER INSTEAD OF AN INCIDENCE OF MI

Methods of reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in a subject
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA WITH HIGH INTENSITY STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A CV EVENT IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS AND (1) ESTABLISHED CV DISEASE, OR (2) DIABETES MELLITUS AND TWO OR MORE ADDITIONAL RISK FACTORS FOR CV DISEASE


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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF STROKE IN AN ADULT PATIENT ON STATIN THERAPY AND WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (>150 MG/DL), WHEREIN THE PATIENT EXPERIENCES ATRIAL FIBRILLATION AND/OR FLUTTER INSTEAD OF AN INCIDENCE OF STROKE

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Methods of treating hypertriglyceridemia
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Compositions and methods for lowering triglycerides
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO LOWER TRIGLYCERIDES AND LDL-C IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (ABOUT 200 MG/DL TO LESS THAN ABOUT 500 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

Methods of treating hypertriglyceridemia
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Methods of treating hypertriglyceridemia
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Methods of treating hypertriglyceridemia
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Methods of treating hypertriglyceridemia
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO TREAT MIXED DYSLIPIDEMIA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>=150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

Compositions and methods for lowering triglycerides without raising LDL-C levels in a subject on concomitant statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO LOWER TRIGLYCERIDES IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (ABOUT 200 MG/DL TO LESS THAN ABOUT 500 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Methods of treating hypertriglyceridemia
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Methods of treating hypertriglyceridemia
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Methods of treating hypertriglyceridemia
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Methods for lowering triglycerides without raising LDL-C levels in a subject on concomitant statin therapy
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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT ON STATIN THERAPY SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO TREAT HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>= 150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

Methods of treating mixed dyslipidemia
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO TREAT MIXED DYSLIPIDEMIA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>=150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO REDUCE TRIGLYCERIDES IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>= 150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

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Patented Use: METHOD OF REDUCING TG LEVELS IN PATIENT ON STATIN THERAPY SUFFERING FROM SEVERE HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO REDUCE TRIGLYCERIDES IN A MIXED DYSLIPIDEMIA ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>= 150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

Compositions and methods for lowering triglycerides without raising LDL-C levels in a subject on concomitant statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO LOWER TRIGLYCERIDES IN A MIXED DYSLIPIDEMIA ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (ABOUT 200 MG/DL TO LESS THAN ABOUT 500 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

Methods of treating mixed dyslipidemia
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO TREAT MIXED HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>= 150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

Methods of treating mixed dyslipidemia
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO TREAT MIXED DYSLIPIDEMIA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>=150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO TREAT HYPERTRIGLYCERIDEMIA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>= 150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO TREAT MIXED DYSLIPIDEMIA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (>=150 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

Compositions and methods for lowering triglycerides in a subject on concomitant statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA TO LOWER TRIGLYCERIDES IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE (TG) LEVELS (ABOUT 200 MG/DL TO LESS THAN ABOUT 500 MG/DL) AND ON STATIN THERAPY

Composition and/or method for preventing onset and/or recurrence of cardiovascular events
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ONSET AND/OR RECURRENCE OF CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS IN A PATIENT WHO HAS ESCAPED THE UNSTABLE PERIOD AFTER CARDIOVASCULAR ANGIOPLASTY

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH, CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION, AND UNSTABLE ANGINA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (TG >= 150 MG/DL TO ABOUT 500 MG/DL)

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH AND/OR UNSTABLE ANGINA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (TG >= 150 MG/DL TO ABOUT 500 MG/DL)

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH AND/OR CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (TG >= 150 MG/DL TO ABOUT 500 MG/DL)

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH AND/OR UNSTABLE ANGINA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (TG >= 150 MG/DL TO ABOUT 500 MG/DL)

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH, CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION, AND UNSTABLE ANGINA IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (TG >= 150 MG/DL TO ABOUT 500 MG/DL)

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH AND/OR CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS (TG >= 150 MG/DL TO ABOUT 500 MG/DL)

Composition for preventing the occurrence of cardiovascular event in multiple risk patient
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE OCCURRENCE OF A CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA

Methods of reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event in a subject on statin therapy
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Patented Use: USE OF VASCEPA AS AN ADJUNCT TO STATIN THERAPY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A CARDIOVASCULAR EVENT (CORONARY REVASCULARIZATION, UNSTABLE ANGINA, STROKE AND/OR MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION) IN AN ADULT PATIENT WITH ELEVATED TRIGLYCERIDE LEVELS

Applicant Tradename Generic Name Dosage NDA Approval Date TE Type RLD RS Patent No. Patent Expiration Product Substance Delist Req. Exclusivity Expiration
Amarin Pharms VASCEPA icosapent ethyl CAPSULE;ORAL 202057-002 Feb 16, 2017 AB RX Yes No ⤷  Subscribe ⤷  Subscribe ⤷  Subscribe
Amarin Pharms VASCEPA icosapent ethyl CAPSULE;ORAL 202057-002 Feb 16, 2017 AB RX Yes No ⤷  Subscribe ⤷  Subscribe ⤷  Subscribe
Amarin Pharms VASCEPA icosapent ethyl CAPSULE;ORAL 202057-001 Jul 26, 2012 AB RX Yes Yes ⤷  Subscribe ⤷  Subscribe ⤷  Subscribe
Amarin Pharms VASCEPA icosapent ethyl CAPSULE;ORAL 202057-001 Jul 26, 2012 AB RX Yes Yes ⤷  Subscribe ⤷  Subscribe ⤷  Subscribe
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EU/EMA Drug Approvals for VASCEPA

Company Drugname Inn Product Number / Indication Status Generic Biosimilar Orphan Marketing Authorisation Marketing Refusal
Amarin Pharmaceuticals Ireland Limited Vazkepa icosapent ethyl EMEA/H/C/005398
Indicated to reduce cardiovascular risk as an adjunct to statin therapy.
Authorised no no no 2021-03-26
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International Patents for VASCEPA

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Country Patent Number Title Estimated Expiration
Australia 2019349563 Methods of reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in a subject ⤷  Subscribe
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Supplementary Protection Certificates for VASCEPA

Patent Number Supplementary Protection Certificate SPC Country SPC Expiration SPC Description
2443246 PA2021522 Lithuania ⤷  Subscribe PRODUCT NAME: IKOZAPENTO ETILAS; REGISTRATION NO/DATE: EU/1/20/1524 20210326
2443246 C202130052 Spain ⤷  Subscribe PRODUCT NAME: ICOSAPENTO DE ETILO; NATIONAL AUTHORISATION NUMBER: EU/1/20/1524; DATE OF AUTHORISATION: 20210326; NUMBER OF FIRST AUTHORISATION IN EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA (EEA): EU/1/20/1524; DATE OF FIRST AUTHORISATION IN EEA: 20210326
0253738 96C0009 Belgium ⤷  Subscribe PRODUCT NAME: CONCENTRE A 85 % D'OMEGA POLYINSATURES; QUANTITE CORRESPONDANT A :; ESTERS ETHYLIQUES D'ACIDE EICOSAPENTAENOIQUE (EPA) ET D'ACIDE DOCOSAHEXAENOIQUE (DHA); ALPHA TOCOPHEROL; NAT. REGISTRATION NO/DATE: NL 20819 19951002; FIRST REGISTRATION:
2443246 2021042 Norway ⤷  Subscribe PRODUCT NAME: IKOSAPENTETYL; REG. NO/DATE: EU/1/20/1524 20210408
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Market Dynamics and Financial Trajectory for VASCEPA

Introduction

VASCEPA, a highly purified eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) drug developed by Amarin, has been a significant player in the omega-3 prescription drugs market. Here, we delve into the current market dynamics and the financial trajectory of VASCEPA, especially in the context of generic competition and global expansion.

Market Position of VASCEPA

VASCEPA holds a dominant position in the omega-3 prescription drugs market, anticipated to capture around 47.7% of the market share during the forecast period. This dominance is largely due to its FDA approval and established preference for reducing cardiovascular risks among patients with high triglyceride levels[4].

Impact of Generic Competition in the U.S.

The launch of generic versions of icosapent ethyl in the United States has significantly impacted VASCEPA's revenue. Generic companies typically do not invest in market education or expansion, and the manufacturing of icosapent ethyl is challenging and expensive, leading to limited supply capacity and lower gross margins for generics. Despite this, Amarin has seen a decline in U.S. net product revenue, primarily due to a drop in the net selling price and the loss of exclusive commercial accounts[1][2][5].

Financial Performance

In the second quarter of 2024, Amarin reported a total net revenue of $67.5 million, a 16% decrease year-over-year. The U.S. net product revenue declined by 32% due to generic competition. The company's gross margin on net product revenue decreased to 48% from 64% in the same period of 2023. However, Amarin maintained a strong cash position of $307 million, providing financial stability[2].

In the third quarter of 2024, total net revenue further decreased to $42.3 million, down 36% from the corresponding period in 2023. This decline was driven by the impact of generic competition on the net selling price and a decrease in volume, particularly due to CVS no longer covering VASCEPA as an exclusive product[5].

Global Expansion and Regulatory Approvals

Despite the challenges in the U.S. market, Amarin is focusing on global expansion to offset revenue declines. The company has received regulatory approval for VASCEPA in China for cardiovascular risk reduction and secured national reimbursement for VAZKEPA in Portugal and Greece. These developments are crucial for Amarin's future growth trajectory[2][3].

Strategic Adjustments

Amarin is adjusting its approach to accommodate changes in market dynamics. The company continues robust sales and marketing efforts to maintain VASCEPA as a prioritized area of focus and a significant source of revenue. Amarin also explores ways to increase awareness and education about VASCEPA, particularly in the context of COVID-19 restrictions[1].

Leadership and Operational Efficiency

The company has completed a leadership transition with Aaron Berg appointed as President and CEO. Amarin has also realized significant annual savings of $50 million from its 2023 restructuring efforts, which has helped in maintaining operational efficiency[2].

Clinical Research and Market Education

Amarin continues to invest in clinical research, such as pilot studies exploring VASCEPA's potential in improving patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic. New research presented at the 60th Annual European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) Meeting highlights the clinical impact of VASCEPA/VAZKEPA in patients with diabetes and high cardiovascular risk[5].

Distribution Channels and Market Dynamics

The retail pharmacy segment is expected to hold more than 52.3% of the omega-3 prescription drugs market share by 2037, driven by increasing convenience and accessibility. This trend, along with the adoption of e-prescriptions and telehealth services, is likely to drive sales of omega-3 prescription drugs, including VASCEPA, in retail settings[4].

Key Takeaways

  • Generic Competition: The launch of generic icosapent ethyl in the U.S. has impacted VASCEPA's revenue, but Amarin's robust marketing efforts and limited generic supply capacity help maintain market presence.
  • Global Expansion: Regulatory approvals in China, Portugal, and Greece are key to offsetting U.S. revenue declines.
  • Financial Stability: Amarin maintains a strong cash position despite revenue declines.
  • Operational Efficiency: Restructuring efforts have resulted in significant annual savings.
  • Clinical Research: Ongoing research highlights VASCEPA's clinical benefits, supporting its market position.

FAQs

What is the impact of generic competition on VASCEPA's revenue in the U.S.?

The launch of generic icosapent ethyl in the U.S. has led to a decline in VASCEPA's revenue, primarily due to a drop in the net selling price and the loss of exclusive commercial accounts.

How is Amarin addressing the challenges posed by generic competition?

Amarin continues robust sales and marketing efforts to maintain VASCEPA as a prioritized area of focus. The company also focuses on global expansion and clinical research to support its market position.

What are the key global markets for VASCEPA's expansion?

Amarin is focusing on expansion in China, Europe, Portugal, and Greece, where regulatory approvals and national reimbursements have been secured.

How has Amarin's financial performance been affected by generic competition?

Total net revenue has declined due to generic competition, but Amarin maintains a strong cash position and has realized significant savings from restructuring efforts.

What are the future growth prospects for VASCEPA?

Amarin's future growth is expected to be driven by global expansion, particularly in China and Europe, along with ongoing clinical research and market education efforts.

Sources

  1. Amarin's plan for operations now that generic versions of icosapent ethyl have launched in the United States. Amarin Corporation.
  2. Amarin Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Business Update. Stock Titan.
  3. Earnings call: Amarin reports Q2 2024 results, eyes global VASCEPA expansion. Investing.com.
  4. Omega-3 Prescription Drugs Market Market Analysis. Research Nester.
  5. Amarin Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Business Update. GlobeNewswire.

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