NDAINHALATIONGAS
Approved
Oct 1974
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Data completeness
2/8 — Basic
XENON XE 133 (xenon xe-133) by Lantheus Medical Imaging is radiopharmaceutical activity [moa]. First approved in 1974.
Drug data last refreshed 4h ago · AI intelligence enriched 1mo ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
Xenon XE-133 is an inhalation diagnostic radiopharmaceutical gas approved in 1974 for pulmonary imaging and ventilation assessment. It enables clinicians to visualize lung function and detect regional ventilation defects in patients with suspected pulmonary disease. The agent works through inhalation absorption and regional distribution in the lungs, allowing nuclear medicine imaging.
LOE Approaching
This legacy diagnostic product faces moderate competitive pressure (30%) with limited growth potential, suggesting small-sized brand teams focused on maintenance rather than expansion.
Mechanism of Action
Radiopharmaceutical Activity
Pharmacologic Class:
Inhalation Diagnostic Agent
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Career Relevance
Working on Xenon XE-133 offers limited career advancement due to zero linked job openings and the product's mature, LOE-approaching lifecycle stage. Roles are likely focused on compliance, manufacturing efficiency, and market maintenance rather than strategic growth or innovation.
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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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