How much does dacomitinib cost per month?

Dacomitinib (Dacomitinib) is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the first-line treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer who have epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 19 deletion or exon 21 L858R substitution mutation detected by a FDA-approved test. Dacomitinib has passed the review and approval of the FDA Priority Review Program.

Dacomitinib is available in tablet form in three different strengths: 15, 30 and 45 mg, with the recommended dose of 45 mg administered orally once daily with or without food. If dose reduction is necessary, the first dose should be reduced to 30 mg once daily and the second dose should be reduced to 15 mg once daily. Dacomitinib Original drug, specificationsDacomitinib, which is marketed in China and has entered medical insurance, may cost more than 1,000 yuan per box of 15mg*30 tablets, and it is estimated that patients may need more than 3,000 yuan to take it for a month.

The European version of dacomitinib Original drug, specifications45mg*30 tablets sold overseas may cost more than 20,000 yuan per box (the price may fluctuate due to exchange rates). Patients may need more than 20,000 yuan to take it for one month, which is relatively expensive. Currently, cheaper generic drugs of Dacomitinib are also sold overseas. Their drug ingredients are basically the same as those of the original drugs sold domestically and abroad. For example, the price of 45mg*30 tablets produced by a Laos pharmaceutical factory may be around a few hundred RMB per box (the price may fluctuate due to exchange rate effects). Patients may need 1,000 RMB to take it for a month. For specific prices and drug information, consult a medical consultant.