Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Darbepoetin Alfa used for?
Darbepoetin Alfa is a Erythropoiesis-stimulating Agent medication tracked in Medicare Part D.
Is there a generic for Darbepoetin Alfa?
No. Darbepoetin Alfa is brand-only with no generic equivalents currently in market.
How much does my plan pay for Darbepoetin Alfa?
Across 329 Part D plans, Darbepoetin Alfa averages $724.37/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $185.36/unit. Highest in distribution: $1509.30/unit.
Is Darbepoetin Alfa on the FDA shortage list?
No. Darbepoetin Alfa 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 · 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 · Shortage status: FDA Drug Shortage Database · 340B exposure: HRSA OPAIS. Methodology and reproducibility notes on /methodology.