$153.5M in CY2024 Part D spend2.5M claims · 761K beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Midodrine used for?
Midodrine stimulates alpha-adrenergic receptors, used for nasal congestion, glaucoma, or ADHD.
Is there a generic for Midodrine?
Yes. 39 ANDAs filed at FDA, 13 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Midodrine?
Across 329 Part D plans, Midodrine averages $0.073/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $0.073/unit. Highest in distribution: $0.073/unit.
Is Midodrine on the FDA shortage list?
Midodrine has been discontinued by its manufacturer(s).
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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 (20 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.