NDAORALTABLET
Approved
Sep 1982
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Data completeness
1/8 — Limited
Drug data last refreshed 1w ago · AI intelligence enriched 2w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
WYTENSIN (guanabenz acetate) is an oral antihypertensive agent approved in 1982 that works as a centrally acting alpha-2 adrenergic agonist to reduce blood pressure. It is used to treat hypertension in patients requiring oral medication management. The drug operates by stimulating alpha-2 receptors in the central nervous system to decrease sympathetic outflow and lower peripheral vascular resistance.
LOE Approaching
Product is in late-stage lifecycle with moderate competitive pressure (30%), indicating a mature brand with limited growth trajectory and likely smaller team investments.
Mechanism of Action
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Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Career Relevance
Working on WYTENSIN offers limited career growth given the LOE-approaching lifecycle and zero linked job openings; roles are primarily defensive, focused on maintaining existing market share and managing competitive erosion. This product is better suited for early-career professionals seeking foundational commercial experience or those willing to manage a mature product with stable but declining revenue.
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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