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Alcaftadine (LASTACAFT)

Alcaftadine blocks histamine to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing, itching, and runny nose.

First FDA approval2010-11-01
Generic availableNo (brand-only)
Shortage statusNone
340B exposureunknown
Last updated
NADAC: weekly (every Wed)Part D Formulary: quarterlyPart D Spend: annual (CY24)Orange Book: weeklyShortages: daily
At a glance · the numbers a plan sponsor wants on screen one
Lowest NADAC
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0 NDCs benchmarked, lowest of all strengths.
Average NADAC
Across all dosage forms in distribution.
Highest NADAC
Range is tight.
Plans with PA
0 / 329
Zero PA friction — switching is purely formulary.

Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.

FAQPage schema9 entries indexed · 4 visible
What is Alcaftadine used for?

Alcaftadine blocks histamine to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing, itching, and runny nose.

Is there a generic for Alcaftadine?

No. Alcaftadine is brand-only with no generic equivalents currently in market.

How much does my plan pay for Alcaftadine?

NADAC pricing data not currently available for this drug.

Is Alcaftadine on the FDA shortage list?

No. Alcaftadine is not currently on the FDA Drug Shortage Database.

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Last refresh30 May 2026

Drug identity, dosage forms, brand names: openFDA NDC Directory · First approval, ANDA history: FDA Orange Book · NADAC unit costs: CMS NADAC weekly file · Formulary tier and PA placement: CMS Part D Formulary file (329 plans) · Annualized spend, claims, beneficiaries: CMS Part D Spending Dashboard · Shortage status: FDA Drug Shortage Database · 340B exposure: HRSA OPAIS. Methodology and reproducibility notes on /methodology.