Medical insurance price of Semaglutide tablets

Semaglutide tablets (Semaglutide) have not yet been launched in the country. Its injection has been launched in the country and is included in the scope of medical insurance, but only eligible patients can be reimbursed. The reimbursement ratio is different in different regions, and the price after reimbursement may vary. The price of each 3ml tube may be around 1,000 yuan.

The medical insurance reimbursement conditions for Semaglutide Injection include application to adults Blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes: Adult patients with type 2 diabetes who still have poor blood sugar control after receiving metformin and/or sulfonylureas on the basis of diet control and exercise. Indicated to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (cardiovascular death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, or nonfatal stroke) in adults with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Semaglutide tablets are administered orally, generally taken once a day on an empty stomach after waking up. Take semaglutide tablets with a sip of water (not to exceed 4 ounces [120 milliliters]) at least 30 minutes before eating or snacking, drinking alcohol, or taking any other medicine. The medicine works best if you have a meal or snack 30 minutes after taking it. Your doctor may gradually increase your dose, depending on your patient's response to semaglutide.

The original drug Semaglutide tablets sold overseas may cost around RMB 2,000 per box of 3 mg*100 tablets, more than RMB 3,000 per box for 7 mg*100 tablets, and around RMB 4,000 per box for 14 mg*100 tablets (prices may fluctuate due to exchange rate effects). There are currently no generic versions of semaglutide on the market.