$16,016 in CY2024 Part D spend43 claims · 28 beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Methyldopa used for?
Methyldopa is a this drug class medication tracked in Medicare Part D.
Is there a generic for Methyldopa?
Yes. 2 ANDAs filed at FDA, 1 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Methyldopa?
Across 329 Part D plans, Methyldopa averages $7.50/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $7.50/unit. Highest in distribution: $7.50/unit.
Is Methyldopa on the FDA shortage list?
No. Methyldopa 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 (2 approvals on file) · NADAC unit costs: CMS NADAC weekly file (3 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.