$29,910 in CY2024 Part D spend330 claims · 110 beneficiaries · 329 plans surveyed
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Polymyxin B used for?
Polymyxin B is a Polymyxin-class Antibacterial medication tracked in Medicare Part D.
Is there a generic for Polymyxin B?
Yes. 4 ANDAs filed at FDA, 4 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Polymyxin B?
NADAC pricing data not currently available for this drug.
Is Polymyxin B on the FDA shortage list?
No. Polymyxin B is not currently on the FDA Drug Shortage Database.
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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 (4 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.