$2.2M in CY2024 Part D spend7K claims · 2K beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Penicillin G used for?
Penicillin G kills bacteria by disrupting cell wall synthesis.
Is there a generic for Penicillin G?
Yes. 12 ANDAs filed at FDA, 5 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Penicillin G?
NADAC pricing data not currently available for this drug.
Is Penicillin G on the FDA shortage list?
No. Penicillin G 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 · 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.