FDA Orange Book
Generic for Ascor
Ascor contains ascorbic acid. Orange Book status for every listed strength, the approved generic makers, and the listed patents and exclusivities.
Source: FDA Orange Book data file dated 2026-10-09. Publisher page
Yes. The generic name for Ascor is ascorbic acid. 3 companies hold an active FDA approval (ANDA) for a generic version in the Orange Book. Therapeutic equivalence codes: AP.
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Ascor products in the Orange Book
| Form and route | Strength | Brand status | Brand TE | Active generics | Generic TE codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| solution, intravenous | 25,000MG/50ML (500MG/ML) | Marketed (Rx) | AP | 3 | AP |
NDA 209112, held by MCGUFF PHARMACEUTICALS INC. Active generics are ANDA products in the Orange Book prescription list with the same ingredient, dosage form, route and strength.
Approved generic ascorbic acid
| Company | ANDA | TE code | Approved | Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRESENIUS KABI USA LLC | 217131 | AP (A-rated, therapeutically equivalent) | August 7, 2025 | 25,000MG/50ML (500MG/ML) |
| PHARMOBEDIENT CONSULTING LLC | 220172 | AP (A-rated, therapeutically equivalent) | July 30, 2026 | 25,000MG/50ML (500MG/ML) |
| ZYDUS PHARMACEUTICALS USA INC | 220873 | AP (A-rated, therapeutically equivalent) | August 20, 2026 | 25,000MG/50ML (500MG/ML) |
Ascor NDC codes
Questions
Is there a generic for Ascor?
Yes. The generic name for Ascor is ascorbic acid. 3 companies hold an active FDA approval (ANDA) for a generic version in the Orange Book. Therapeutic equivalence codes: AP.
What is the generic name for Ascor?
The active ingredient in Ascor is ascorbic acid, per the FDA Orange Book.
What does a therapeutic equivalence code mean?
In the Orange Book, codes that start with A (such as AB) mean FDA considers the product therapeutically equivalent to the reference drug. Codes that start with B mean FDA does not, at this time, consider the product therapeutically equivalent.