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AZSTARYS

DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Metabolic Approved 2021-03-02
1
Indication
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Phase 3 Trials
5
Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2021-03-02
Routes
ORAL
Dosage Forms
CAPSULE

AZSTARYS Approval History

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What AZSTARYS Treats

1 indications

AZSTARYS is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2021. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Source: FDA Label

AZSTARYS Boxed Warning

ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION AZSTARYS has a high potential for abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction. Misuse and abuse of CNS stimulants, including AZSTARYS, can result in overdose and death [see Overdosage ( 10 )], and this risk is increased with higher doses or unapproved methods of administration, such as snorting or injection. Before prescribing AZSTARYS, assess each patient’s risk for abuse, misuse, and addiction. Educate patien...

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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

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AZSTARYS FDA Label Details

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Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

AZSTARYS is indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients 6 years of age and older. Limitations of Use The use of AZSTARYS is not recommended in pediatric patients younger than 6 years of age because they had higher plasma exposure and a higher incidence of adverse reactions (e.g., weight loss) than patients 6 years and older at the same dosage [see Warnings and Precautions , Use in Specific Populations ]. AZSTARYS is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant indicated for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in patients 6...

⚠️ BOXED WARNING

WARNING: ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION AZSTARYS has a high potential for abuse and misuse, which can lead to the development of a substance use disorder, including addiction. Misuse and abuse of CNS stimulants, including AZSTARYS, can result in overdose and death [see Overdosage ( 10 )], and this ris...

AZSTARYS Patents & Exclusivity

Latest Patent: Dec 2037
Exclusivity: May 2026

Patents (54 active)

US10858341 Expires Dec 9, 2037
US10954213 Expires Dec 9, 2037
US10584112 Expires Dec 9, 2037
US10584113 Expires Dec 9, 2037
US10759778 Expires Dec 9, 2037
US9079928 Expires Jul 27, 2032
+ 44 more patents

Exclusivity

NCE Until May 2026
NCE Until May 2026
NCE Until May 2026
NCE Until May 2026
NCE Until May 2026
Source: FDA Orange Book

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