$15.2M in CY2024 Part D spend145K claims · 69K beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Cromolyn used for?
Cromolyn is a Mast Cell Stabilizer medication tracked in Medicare Part D.
Is there a generic for Cromolyn?
Yes. 9 ANDAs filed at FDA, 8 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Cromolyn?
Across 329 Part D plans, Cromolyn averages $0.772/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $0.330/unit. Highest in distribution: $2.44/unit.
Is Cromolyn on the FDA shortage list?
Yes. Cromolyn is currently listed as an active FDA shortage.
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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 (9 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.