Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Lisdexamfetamine used for?
Lisdexamfetamine is a CNS Stimulant (Amphetamine) medication tracked in Medicare Part D.
Is there a generic for Lisdexamfetamine?
No. Lisdexamfetamine is brand-only with no generic equivalents currently in market.
How much does my plan pay for Lisdexamfetamine?
Across 329 Part D plans, Lisdexamfetamine averages $2.89/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $2.65/unit. Highest in distribution: $3.08/unit.
Is Lisdexamfetamine on the FDA shortage list?
Yes. Lisdexamfetamine 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 · NADAC unit costs: CMS NADAC weekly file (19 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.