Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Ketamine used for?
Ketamine induces unconsciousness for surgical procedures.
Is there a generic for Ketamine?
Yes. 15 ANDAs filed at FDA, 7 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Ketamine?
Across 329 Part D plans, Ketamine averages $1.04/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $0.521/unit. Highest in distribution: $1.56/unit.
Is Ketamine on the FDA shortage list?
Ketamine has been discontinued by its manufacturer(s).
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Same class. Different math.
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 (12 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.