Zurampic FDA Approval History
FDA Approved: Yes (Discontinued) (First approved December 22, 2015)
Brand name: Zurampic
Generic name: lesinurad
Dosage form: Tablets
Company: Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Gout
Marketing Status: Discontinued
Zurampic (lesinurad) is a URAT1 inhibitor indicated for the combination treatment of hyperuricemia associated with gout.
On April 15, 2019, the FDA announced the discontinuation of Zurampic (lesinurad). The discontinuation was due to business reasons, and not due to any safety, efficacy or quality issues. The discontinuation was effective as of February 1, 2019.
Development timeline for Zurampic
Date | Article |
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Dec 22, 2015 | Approval FDA Approves Zurampic (lesinurad) to Treat High Blood Uric Acid Levels Associated with Gout |
Oct 23, 2015 | FDA Advisory Committee Recommends the Approval of Lesinurad for Gout Patients |
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