Alprostadil (Caverject)
Prostaglandin Analog class · 2 generic manufacturers · 2 ANDAs filed at FDA.
$10,693 in CY2024 Part D spend12 claims · — beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Alprostadil used for?
Alprostadil is tracked in Medicare Part D. Specific indication information is not available in our current dataset.
Is there a generic for Alprostadil?
Yes. 2 ANDAs filed at FDA, 2 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Alprostadil?
Across 329 Part D plans, Alprostadil averages $152.25/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $82.49/unit. Highest in distribution: $237.37/unit.
Is Alprostadil on the FDA shortage list?
No. Alprostadil is not currently on the FDA Drug Shortage Database.
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Sources · every number above traces back.
Drug identity, dosage forms, brand names: openFDA NDC Directory · First approval, ANDA history: FDA Orange Book (10 approvals on file) · NADAC unit costs: CMS NADAC weekly file (4 NDCs benchmarked) · Formulary tier and PA placement: CMS Part D Formulary file (329 plans) · Annualized spend, claims, beneficiaries: CMS Part D Spending Dashboard (CY2024) · Shortage status: FDA Drug Shortage Database · 340B exposure: HRSA OPAIS. Methodology and reproducibility notes on /methodology.