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Emsam FDA Approval History

FDA Approved: Yes (First approved February 27, 2006)
Brand name: Emsam
Generic name: selegiline
Dosage form: Transdermal System
Company: Somerset Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Depression

Emsam is a transdermal patch containing the monoamine oxidase inhibitor selegiline. Emsam is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults.

Development timeline for Emsam

DateArticle
Feb 28, 2006Approval Emsam Approved - Bristol-Myers Squibb Company/Somerset Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder
Jun 16, 2005Somerset Files Response to Emsam Action Letter
Feb  2, 2004Mylan Laboratories and Watson Pharmaceuticals Announce Receipt of "Approvable" Letter for Emsam

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