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Amphetamine Extended-Release

Amphetamine Extended-Release treats ADHD and narcolepsy by increasing dopamine and norepinephrine activity.

First FDA approval2025-09-01
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
$16.31/unit
6 NDCs benchmarked, lowest of all strengths.
Average NADAC
$16.47
Across all dosage forms in distribution.
Highest NADAC
$16.58
Range is tight.
Plans with PA
0 / 329
Zero PA friction — switching is purely formulary.

Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.

FAQPage schema7 entries indexed · 4 visible
What is Amphetamine Extended-Release used for?

Amphetamine Extended-Release treats ADHD and narcolepsy by increasing dopamine and norepinephrine activity.

Is there a generic for Amphetamine Extended-Release?

No. Amphetamine Extended-Release is brand-only with no generic equivalents currently in market.

How much does my plan pay for Amphetamine Extended-Release?

Across 329 Part D plans, Amphetamine Extended-Release averages $16.47/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $16.31/unit. Highest in distribution: $16.58/unit.

Is Amphetamine Extended-Release on the FDA shortage list?

No. Amphetamine Extended-Release is not currently on the FDA Drug Shortage Database.

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Sources · every number above traces back.

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 (6 NDCs benchmarked) · 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.