RHOFADE (oxymetazoline hydrochloride)
Rhofade (oxymetazoline hydrochloride) cream, 1% is indicated for the topical treatment of persistent facial erythema associated with rosacea in adults.
How RHOFADE Works
Oxymetazoline is an alpha-1A adrenoceptor agonist that acts as a vasoconstrictor to reduce the persistent facial redness associated with rosacea.
Development Insights
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2017-01-18
- Patent Cliff
- 2035
- Routes
- TOPICAL
- Dosage Forms
- CREAM
RHOFADE Approval History
What RHOFADE Treats
2 indicationsRHOFADE is approved for 2 conditions since its original approval in 2017. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Rosacea
- Facial Erythema
RHOFADE Competitive Set
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Indication competitors
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Filters applied: drops same-active-ingredient (505(b)(2) reformulations), route-mismatch (topical vs systemic), and cross-therapeutic-area matches in same-indication rings.
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Clinical Trial Registry
2 trials| Trial | Sponsor ID | Phase | Status | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT02630121 | PRO00001844 | Ph 4 | recruiting | Effect of Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride in Combination With Fluticasone Propionate on the Apnea Hypopnea Index (AHI) in Subject With Persistent Nasal Congestion and Mild Obstructive Sleep Apnea |
| NCT03954444 results posted | OXY2018-01 | Ph 3 | completed | A Clinical Endpoint Bioequivalence Study of "Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride Cream" |
Active Pipeline
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Key Completed Trials
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Trial Timeline
Full development history with FDA approval milestones
Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
RHOFADE FDA Label Details
Indications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)RHOFADE is indicated for the treatment of Rosacea; Facial Erythema.
RHOFADE Patents & Exclusivity
Patents (7 active)
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Revenue Insights
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- • Historical trend analysis
Patent Timeline
- • Cliff: 2035
- • 7 active patents
Trial Analysis
- • 8 total trials
- • Stage: Declining
Competitive Landscape
- • 12 similar drugs
- • Same target/indication analysis
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Data Sources
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How We Calculate These Metrics
Trial Activity Stage
Measures the current development activity pattern based on trial phases, status, and trends. Important: This measures R&D activity, not commercial lifecycle.
Trial statuses: "Active" means recruiting or ongoing. "Completed" means reached planned endpoint. "Terminated" means stopped early—often due to safety, efficacy, or business reasons.
- Growth: High proportion of early-phase trials (Phase 1/2), active development
- Expansion: Significant Phase 3 activity, approaching or pursuing approvals
- Mature: Substantial Phase 4 post-marketing studies
- Stable: Mixed phase distribution, steady development
- Declining: Low active trial ratio, reduced R&D investment