Clean Watchlist Candidate

FINACEA

Dermatology · Rosacea

FINACEA carries product and use-code patents, moderate complexity (2/5), and no linked clinical competition (0/5). The listed expiry window is approximately 33 months away. Moderate profile — review patent type and trial activity before handing to IP counsel.

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33months

to latest listed patent expiry (February 28, 2029)

Expiry attractiveness: 5/5

Patent profile

Substance patent (none)

Product / formulation patent (listed)

Use-code patent (listed)

Patent count: 4

Complexity score: 2/5

Clinical competition

Score: 0/5

Active trials linked: 0

Phase 2/3 trials: 0

Higher scores indicate more trial activity for this ingredient — a proxy for competitive generic interest.

Drug overview

Active ingredient: AZELAIC ACID

Applicant (NDA holder): LEO PHARMA AS

Confidence: Medium

Market context

Therapeutic area: Dermatology

Indication: Rosacea

U.S. market size (est.)< $100M

Estimated U.S. net sales tier. Verify current figures before commercial diligence.