$77.9M in CY2024 Part D spend11K claims · 2K beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Bexarotene used for?
Bexarotene regulates cell growth and differentiation, used in dermatology and certain cancers.
Is there a generic for Bexarotene?
Yes. 8 ANDAs filed at FDA, 8 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Bexarotene?
NADAC pricing data not currently available for this drug.
Is Bexarotene on the FDA shortage list?
No. Bexarotene 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 · 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.