Where is the best place to buy Bedaquiline and what channels are available?

Bedaquiline (Bedaquiline), as a drug for the treatment of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) and extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB), has been marketed in many countries around the world and is widely used for the treatment of tuberculosis. In China, bedaquiline has been included in medical insurance since its launch and is sold by major hospitals and pharmacies. Patients can purchase the drug through formal channels.

In China, the common specification of bedaquiline is 100mg*24 tablets per box and the price is about RMB 10,000. Due to the high price of drugs, patients usually need to obtain reimbursement from medical insurance to reduce their financial burden when purchasing. Purchasing through the hospital pharmacy is the most common way, because the hospital will provide corresponding drugs and treatment plans based on the patient's condition and medical insurance reimbursement policy.

Bedaquiline is also available through overseas markets. In some countries such as Russia, bedaquiline is already on the market and has certain market supply capabilities. Taking Russia as an example, the specification of bedaquiline is 100mg*188 tablets per box, and the price is about 14,000 yuan. Although the selling price of bedaquiline is higher in overseas markets, there is still a certain price difference compared to domestic prices. Patients can choose the appropriate purchasing channel according to their own needs.

In addition, with the increase in international market demand, generic drugs of bedaquiline have also begun to gradually come on the market. Particularly in India, generic versions of bedaquiline have been approved and are entering the market at lower prices. For example, the generic version of bedaquiline produced in India is priced at more than 2,000 yuan per box of 100mg*188 tablets, which has a large price advantage compared to the price of the original drug. The emergence of generic drugs has provided patients with more choices, especially those with more difficult economic conditions.

Whether purchasing original drugs or generic drugs, patients should purchase them through formal channels, avoid obtaining drugs through unreliable channels, and ensure the quality and safety of drugs. Regular hospitals, pharmacies and approved international drug websites are recommended channels for purchasing bedaquiline

Reference materials:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bedaquiline