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Elestrin FDA Approval History

FDA Approved: Yes (First approved December 15, 2006)
Brand name: Elestrin
Generic name: estradiol
Dosage form: Gel
Previous Name: Bio-E-Gel
Company: BioSante Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Treatment for: Postmenopausal Symptoms

Elestrin is a fast-drying transdermal gel formulation of bio-identical estradiol indicated for the treatment of moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes) associated with menopause.

Development timeline for Elestrin

DateArticle
Dec 18, 2006Approval Elestrin BioSante Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Treatment for Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms
Apr 19, 2006BioSante Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Filing and Review of NDA for Bio-E-Gel
Feb 16, 2006BioSante Pharmaceuticals Announces Bio-E-Gel NDA Submission

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