Glucagon (Baqsimi)
Antihypoglycemic Agent class · 4 generic manufacturers · 4 ANDAs filed at FDA.
$168.7M in CY2024 Part D spend361K claims · 255K beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Glucagon used for?
Glucagon is tracked in Medicare Part D. Specific indication information is not available in our current dataset.
Is there a generic for Glucagon?
Yes. 4 ANDAs filed at FDA, 4 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Glucagon?
Across 329 Part D plans, Glucagon averages $204.20/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $154.20/unit. Highest in distribution: $293.04/unit.
Is Glucagon on the FDA shortage list?
No. Glucagon 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 (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.