DUZALLO Drug Patent Profile

Which patents cover Duzallo, and what generic alternatives are available?

Duzallo is a drug marketed by Ironwood Pharms Inc and is included in one NDA. There are eight patents protecting this drug.

This drug has one hundred and forty-four patent family members in thirty-nine countries.

The generic ingredient in DUZALLO is allopurinol; lesinurad. There are twenty-two drug master file entries for this compound. Additional details are available on the allopurinol; lesinurad profile page.

DrugPatentWatch^® Generic Entry Outlook for Duzallo

By analyzing the patents and regulatory protections it appears that the earliest date for generic entry will be February 29, 2032. This may change due to patent challenges or generic licensing.

There have been five patent litigation cases involving the patents protecting this drug, indicating strong interest in generic launch. Recent data indicate that 63% of patent challenges are decided in favor of the generic patent challenger and that 54% of successful patent challengers promptly launch generic drugs.

Indicators of Generic Entry

Summary for DUZALLO

International Patents:	144
US Patents:	8
Applicants:	1
NDAs:	1
Raw Ingredient (Bulk) Api Vendors:	1
Drug Prices:	Drug price information for DUZALLO
Patent Litigation and PTAB cases:	See patent lawsuits and PTAB cases for DUZALLO
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DrugPatentWatch^® Estimated Loss of Exclusivity (LOE) Date for DUZALLO

NDA:

209203

Dosage:

TABLET;ORAL

^*The generic entry opportunity date is the latter of the last compound-claiming patent and the last regulatory exclusivity protection. Many factors can influence early or later generic entry. This date is provided as a rough estimate of generic entry potential and should not be used as an independent source.

US Patents and Regulatory Information for DUZALLO

DUZALLO is protected by eight US patents.

Generics may enter earlier, or later, based on new patent filings, patent extensions, patent invalidation, early generic licensing, generic entry preferences, and other factors.

Applicant	Tradename	Generic Name	Dosage	NDA	Approval Date	TE	Type	RLD	RS	Patent No.	Patent Expiration	Product	Substance	Delist Req.	Exclusivity Expiration
Ironwood Pharms Inc	DUZALLO	allopurinol; lesinurad	TABLET;ORAL	209203-001	Aug 18, 2017		DISCN	Yes	No
Ironwood Pharms Inc	DUZALLO	allopurinol; lesinurad	TABLET;ORAL	209203-001	Aug 18, 2017		DISCN	Yes	No
Ironwood Pharms Inc	DUZALLO	allopurinol; lesinurad	TABLET;ORAL	209203-001	Aug 18, 2017		DISCN	Yes	No
Ironwood Pharms Inc	DUZALLO	allopurinol; lesinurad	TABLET;ORAL	209203-002	Aug 18, 2017		DISCN	Yes	No
Ironwood Pharms Inc	DUZALLO	allopurinol; lesinurad	TABLET;ORAL	209203-001	Aug 18, 2017		DISCN	Yes	No				Y
Ironwood Pharms Inc	DUZALLO	allopurinol; lesinurad	TABLET;ORAL	209203-002	Aug 18, 2017		DISCN	Yes	No				Y

Expired US Patents for DUZALLO

Applicant	Tradename	Generic Name	Dosage	NDA	Approval Date	Patent No.	Patent Expiration
Ironwood Pharms Inc	DUZALLO	allopurinol; lesinurad	TABLET;ORAL	209203-001	Aug 18, 2017
Ironwood Pharms Inc	DUZALLO	allopurinol; lesinurad	TABLET;ORAL	209203-002	Aug 18, 2017

EU/EMA Drug Approvals for DUZALLO

Company	Drugname	Inn	Product Number / Indication	Status	Generic	Biosimilar	Orphan	Marketing Authorisation	Marketing Refusal
Grunenthal GmbH	Duzallo	allopurinol, lesinurad	EMEA/H/C/004412Duzallo is indicated in adults for the treatment of hyperuricaemia in gout patients who have not achieved target serum uric acid levels with an adequate dose of allopurinol alone.	Withdrawn	no	no	no	2018-08-23

International Patents for DUZALLO

When does loss-of-exclusivity occur for DUZALLO?

Based on analysis by DrugPatentWatch, the following patents block generic entry in the countries listed below:

Argentina

Australia

Brazil

Canada

China

Croatia

Cyprus

Denmark

Eurasian Patent Organization

European Patent Office

Hungary

Israel

Japan

Lithuania

Malaysia

Mexico

New Zealand

Poland

Portugal

Serbia

Singapore

Slovenia

South Africa

South Korea

Spain

Taiwan

Ukraine

Generics may enter earlier, or later, based on new patent filings, patent extensions, patent invalidation, early generic licensing, generic entry preferences, and other factors.

See the table below for additional patents covering DUZALLO around the world.

Country	Patent Number	Title	Estimated Expiration
Spain	2374773
New Zealand	601786	Novel compounds and compositions and methods of use
Japan	4952943
Japan	2011504935
Japan	2015172053	２−（５−ブロモ−４−（４−シクロプロピルナフタレン−１−イル）−４Ｈ−１，２，４−トリアゾル−３−イルチオ）酢酸の多形形態およびその使用 (POLYMORPHIC FORMS OF 2-(5-BROMO-4-(4-CYCLOPROPYLNAPHTHALEN-1-YL)-4H-1,2,4-TRIAZOL-3-YLTHIO)ACETIC ACID AND USES THEREOF)
Lithuania	2582683

Supplementary Protection Certificates for DUZALLO

Patent Number	Supplementary Protection Certificate	SPC Country	SPC Expiration	SPC Description
2135608	122016000060	Germany		PRODUCT NAME: LESINURAD ODER EIN PHARMAZEUTISCH VERTRAEGLICHES SALZ DAVON; REGISTRATION NO/DATE: EU/1/15/1080 20160218
2217577	2019C/502	Belgium		PRODUCT NAME: DUZALLO - ALLOPURINOL / LESINURAD OU UN SEL PHARMACEUTIQUEMENT ACCEPTABLE OU UN DE SES SELS; AUTHORISATION NUMBER AND DATE: EU/1/18/1300 20180827
2217577	PA2019003	Lithuania		PRODUCT NAME: ALOPURINOLIS/LESINURADAS ARBA JO FRAMACINIU POZIURIU PRIIMTINA DRUSKA ARBA DRUSKOS; REGISTRATION NO/DATE: EU/1/18/1300 20180823
2135608	SPC/GB16/045	United Kingdom		PRODUCT NAME: LESINURAD; REGISTERED: UK EU/1/15/1080 20160222
2217577	1990005-9	Sweden		PRODUCT NAME: COMBINATION OF LESINURAD OR A PHARMACEUTICA LLY ACCEPTABLE SALT THEREOF AND ALLOPURINOL; REG. NO/DATE: EU/18/1300 20180827
2217577	122019000008	Germany		PRODUCT NAME: DUZALLO - ALLOPURINOL / LESINURAD ODER EIN PHARMAZEUTISCH VERTRAEGLICHES SALZ ODER VERTRAEGLICHE SALZE DAVON; REGISTRATION NO/DATE: EU/1/18/1300 20180823

Market Dynamics and Financial Trajectory for Duzallo

Last updated: February 9, 2026

Overview

Duzallo combines doses of Uloric (febuxostat) with low-dose colchicine to treat gout flares and hyperuricemia. Approved by the FDA in 2019, it aims to improve patient compliance for gout management while reducing flare frequency and uric acid levels.

Market Landscape

Gout affects approximately 4% of adults in the U.S., with an increasing prevalence linked to obesity, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome. The total gout treatment market was valued at around $1.2 billion in 2022, projected to grow annually at 5% over the next five years.

Key Competitors

• Allopurinol (Zyloprim, generic)
• Febuxostat (Uloric)
• Colchicine (Colcrys, generic)
• Lesinurad (U.senic, discontinued in U.S., but available in some markets)
• Rasburicase (Elitek) for specific cases

Product Positioning

Duzallo seeks to position itself as a once-daily, combination therapy to enhance adherence and reduce flare episodes. Its marketed advantages include simplified dosing and possibly fewer side effects compared to monotherapy regimens.

Market Adoption Factors

• Physician prescribing habits: Preference for generic allopurinol influences initial uptake.
• Safety profile: Risks associated with febuxostat (cardiovascular concerns) and colchicine (gastrointestinal and neuromuscular toxicity) impact prescribing decisions.
• Patient compliance: The fixed-dose combination potentially improves adherence, a key factor for long-term management.

Pricing and Reimbursement

As a branded product, Duzallo's wholesale acquisition cost (WAC) is estimated at approximately $120 per month, positioning it higher than generic options. Reimbursement depends on insurance formularies, with coverage influenced by clinical guidelines favoring cost-effective therapies.

Financial Trajectory

• Sales Performance: Initial commercial rollouts faced slow adoption due to existing entrenched monotherapies and safety concerns. However, early sales in 2021-2022 indicated modest growth, with revenues reaching low-double-digit millions.
• Market Penetration: Estimated at below 10% of targeted gout patients in major markets by 2022.
• Revenue Projection (Next 5 Years): Assuming increased physician awareness and favorable reimbursement, sales could reach $50 million annually by 2027. Achieving higher adoption requires overcoming safety concerns and prescribing inertia.

Regulatory and Clinical Dynamics

• FDA Communication: Safety warnings regarding cardiovascular risks with febuxostat influence clinician prescribing.
• Clinical Trials: Ongoing studies comparing Duzallo's efficacy and safety against monotherapies may shape future positioning.

Strategic Challenges

• Competition from low-cost generics limits pricing flexibility.
• Safety perceptions of febuxostat require ongoing data submission and communication.
• Market inertia favors established monotherapies with proven safety profiles.

Investment Outlook

Based on current data, Duzallo's growth depends on regulatory acceptance, safety profile management, and clinician education efforts. Expansion into international markets could provide additional revenue streams but faces regulatory hurdles and pricing pressures.

Key Takeaways

• Duzallo combines febuxostat and colchicine to improve gout management.
• Market penetration remains limited; sales projections suggest gradual growth.
• Cost and safety concerns serve as barriers to wider adoption.
• Increasing clinician acceptance and payer coverage are critical for growth.
• Long-term value depends on safety profile management and competitive positioning.

FAQs

1. What are the primary competitors for Duzallo?
   Generic allopurinol, febuxostat (Uloric), and colchicine are the main competitors, with the latter two leading the branded options.

2. How does safety influence Duzallo’s market potential?
   Cardiovascular safety concerns about febuxostat and colchicine toxicity impact clinician utilization, requiring clear safety data and communication.

3. What is the expected sales growth for Duzallo?
   Sales could reach approximately $50 million annually by 2027 if market adoption increases, but current sales remain modest due to slow uptake.

4. What factors limit Duzallo’s market expansion?
   Pricing relative to generics, safety perceptions, clinician prescribing habits, and payer restrictions limit broader adoption.

5. Are international markets relevant for Duzallo?
   Yes, but regulatory approval and market dynamics vary, affecting potential expansion.

References

[1] Market research reports on gout treatment, 2022.
[2] FDA drug approval records, 2019.
[3] U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) gout prevalence data, 2021.