Generic- Watsons Won't Be Out In Sept/2012 (Page 2)

Endo expects to finish converting patients to the new formulation of Opana ER in 2Q12.
Generics/Patent: The patent on Opana ER has been challenged by many companies, namely, Sandoz
(Novartis), Impax Laboratories, Teva, Watson, Actavis, Roxane Laboratories and Ranbaxy. The company
has settled all disputes apart from the one associated with Ranbaxy which Endo has decided not to
challenge. Consequently, Ranbaxy can sell the generic versions of Opana ER from September 9, 2013.
Following the settlements with all other challengers, they have agreed not to challenge patents relating to
Opana ER. Actavis launched the generic version of non-tamper resistant formulation of Opana ER (7.5
and 15 mg dosages) on July 15, 2011. Impax can sell generic versions of Opana ER from January 1,
2013. Sandoz, Teva, Watson, Roxane and Actavis can sell all doses of the generic version of non-tamper
resistant Opana ER from July 1, 2013. Ranbaxy is expected to launch its generic version on
September 9, 2013.
In March 2012, Endo announced that it has acquired US patent 7,851,482 B2 for the key API in all
formulations of Opana from Johnson Matthey. Endo expects to enjoy additional protection for the
Opana franchise through 2029.
$ in million 2011A 2012E 2013E 2014E 2015E Est. Growth (11- 14)
Opana ER $385.7 $434.2 $405.3 $430.4 $474.5 3.7%
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I don't know who wrote that last posting with No Name but it wasn't me. Someone used my user name. I was in bed sleeping when that was posted. I don't even have a computer at home to post anything or get online. I live out in the country where there is no internet available. I have to use a friends computer, so who ever used my name cut it out.
I just spoke to Impax and they just shipped to many distributors for the pharmacies today so they will be able to have it in their database and order generic next week. There is a picture online now what the generic opana looks like now. Its under oxymorphone and it has Impax generic company name.

Images & Information:
Oxymorphone hydrochloride extended-release 40 mg G74
Oxymorphone hydrochloride extended-release

Imprint: G74
Strength: 40 mg
Color: Orange
Shape: Round
Availability: Prescription only
Drug Class: Narcotic analgesics
Pregnancy Category: C - Risk cannot be ruled out
CSA Schedule: 2 - High potential for abuse
Manufacturer: Global Pharmaceuticals
Image: images.ddccdn.com/images/pills/custom/pill20400-1/oxymorphone-hydrochloride-extended-release.jpg

This is under Drugs.com

I don't know why people have to be hateful on this site and call people names just because you don't like something that was said. It would be nice if everyone could be understanding for a change.

I am changing my user name to DKS

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Told you guys!!!! I been enjoying them for over a week now :)

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So my understanding is that Impax makes a generic Opana ER with the Impax company name, but the manufacture is Global and that these are the same as the Opana ER before the reformulation. Can they now can be prescribed by MDs? Are they at the pharmacies?

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yes just tell ur MD to prescribe as a generic and you're golden

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How should the script read. I talked to my pharmacy and asked if they have oxymorphone ER they stated they only had opana ER no generic am I asking for wrong thing? Please advise. Thank you

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There are different problems going on at doctors and pharmacies. Some pharmacies are saying that Opana don't have a generic and some do. In pill finder online it states this: Professional Monograph (FDA)
Generic Name: oxymorphone hydrochloride Dosage Form: tablet, extended release 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Opana ER is an opioid agonist indicated for the relief of moderate to severe pain in patients requiring continuous around-the-clock opioid treatment for an extended period of time.
I don't see how pharmacies can say it isn't the generic of Opana. In Florida Publix's won't fill the script unless it is wrote out for the oxymorphone and they are doing this only because 1 pharmacist said thats what it should be so he called other Publix's pharmacist in his town and told them that because of a doctor he spoke too. I have a friend that has cancer and he is taking Opana. Publix's called him an told him the generic came in and come pick it up when it is time. Two days before he was to pick it up they called him an told him they had to give him the brand because Opana ER doesn't have generic, that his doctor had to write oxymorphone hydrochloride ER. Because of everything that has happened with people abusing the old opana's and all the press doctor's won't write it for that. This patient doesn't have any record of abuse of drugs. He has cancer. He just got out of the hospital from being sick again. His medical bills are so high and he doesn't have the money to get the real care he should. It doesn't help the people who write on these forums and brag on how they abuse them. So if you live in Florida, don't go to Publix's pharmacies. All the others will fill Opana ER with the new generic.

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My MD wrote a script for the Oxymorphone Hydrocholoride ER 40 MG. I went to all the pharms around here and nobody has it or says it does not exist. I am having problems finding it, I did find one pharm that is looking into it and see if they can special order it.. What locations are people finding it in? Thank you for insight into this issue.

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I use a specialty compounding pharmacy...
They cater to hospices and home bound patients...
Look in the phone book or online for these types of pharmacies, and then call to see if they have them in stock!
Hope this helps! Oh, they can order meds also...mine can get most drugs in one to two days...

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I tried a specialty compounding pharmacy they also were out. My local pharmacy said they could order it if they could find a WIC number not the NDC number. They could not explain what is stood for, just that it was needed to order it. Do you know what the WIC number is? By any chance could somebody who is getting this medication find this information out from their pharmacy? Thank you for your help.

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Also if anybody knows a place in the Cincinnati Ohio area where I can find these please let me know.

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Try a independent pharmacy. I know someone who went to a mom and pop pharmacy and they ordered it for him. He received it 3 days later. This wasn't in Ohio. I don't know what is going on that so many people can't get their scripts filled. Every state is different. Some places have it others don't. Call Global. Its Impax generic company that process the generic. Maybe they can tell you where to find it. You can go online to find their number.

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hi im in tennesse,does any one no of a pharmacy here that has these? im so happy they got approved!! i dont abuse them but the trf ones sucked bad didnt help at all.thanks for the help!!

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New generic opana is still not available at my pharmacy... and the pharmacist said that she is having trouble getting the branded Opana... says their is another major shortage due to drug company slowing down production because of expected lower need due to generic being out!!! @&*#$% If it wasn't such a pain, it would be funny!

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