How much does a box of Gilteritinib fumarate cost?

Gilteritinib is a drug used to treat certain types of leukemia. It belongs to a class of drugs called tyrosine kinase inhibitors and is used primarily to treat adults with FLT3-rearranged acute myeloid leukemia (Acute Myeloid Leukemia, AML).

Giritinib is currently on the market in China, but it is not included in medical insurance. If patients need it, they can go to the hospital to buy it at their own expense, but the price is very high, about about 35,000 yuan. For specific prices, please consult the local hospital pharmacy.

Foreign original drugs of gilitinib are even more expensive. For example, the Hong Kong version of the original drug costs about 90,000 yuan, and the European version of the original drug costs more than 200,000 yuan, which is simply unaffordable for ordinary patients. But what is gratifying is that there are already foreign generic drugs of giritinib, mainly Laos generic drugs. The price is about 4,000 to 5,000 yuan, which is relatively cheap. In terms of drug ingredients, the ingredients of the original gilritinib drug at home and abroad are basically the same as those of generic drugs.

FLT3-rearrangement is a common gene mutation in AML, which can lead to abnormal proliferation and survival of leukemia cells. By inhibiting the activity of FLT3- rearranged protein, giritinib helps slow down or control the growth of AML cells, thereby improving the patient's condition.

Giritinib is usually an oral medication, and the doctor will determine the dosage based on the patient's specific condition and the severity of the leukemia. Regular monitoring is required during treatment to ensure efficacy and monitor for any possible side effects.

Please note that drug treatment regimens may vary among individuals, so giritinib should be used according to your doctor's advice and prescription, while closely following your doctor's instructions and the directions on the drug label. In addition, giritinib may cause some side effects, including nausea, vomiting, fatigue, headache, etc., so side effects should be managed with your doctor during treatment.