When Will Generic Benicar HCT Be Available?
The first patent for Benicar HCT currently expires in 2016. This is the earliest date that a generic version of Benicar HCT could become available. However, there are other circumstances that could extend the exclusivity period beyond 2016. This could include such things as other patents for specific Benicar HCT uses or lawsuits. Once Benicar HCT goes off-patent, several companies may begin manufacturing a generic Benicar HCT drug.
