The latest prices for a box of different versions of capmatinib are announced

There are currently three different versions of capmatinib on the market, the Bangladeshi version, the Lao version and the Novartis version. The Novartis version is the original drug and is expensive, while the Bangladeshi and Lao versions are generic drugs and are cheaper. Patients can choose according to their own financial situation.

Prices of the original drug of Capmatinib

is produced by the pharmaceutical company Novartis under the trade name Tabrecta. In the U.S. market, the price of original research drugs is relatively high. According to market feedback, the price is about RMB 12,500 per box, with 60 pills per box and 200 mg per pill. This price is a significant financial burden for many patients.

Prices of generic capmatinib drugs

In order to reduce the financial pressure on patients, some countries and regions have begun to produce generic drugs of capmatinib. For example, the price of generic capmatinib drugs produced in countries such as Laos and Bangladesh is relatively low. According to market information, the price of generic capmatinib produced in Laos is about $2,650 per box, while the price of capmatinib produced by the Bangladeshi version of Everest Pharmaceuticals is about $3,600 per box, with a specification of 200mg*56 tablets.

Factors affecting price

The price of capmatinib is affected by many factors, including production costs, import taxes, and market supply and demand. In addition, medical insurance policies in different countries and regions will also have an impact on prices. For example, health insurance in some countries may cover part of the cost of a drug, thereby lowering the actual price patients pay.

Capmatinib is a targeted treatment drug for non-small cell lung cancer, and its different versions have different prices. When patients choose to purchase capmatinib, they should understand the local medical insurance’s reimbursement policy for capmatinib and choose a version of the drug covered by medical insurance. You should also choose medicines purchased through formal channels to ensure the quality and efficacy of the medicines and avoid purchasing fake and shoddy products. It is best to choose the most appropriate version of the drug according to your personal condition and financial situation under the guidance of a doctor. You can pay attention to the price changes of capmatinib and seize the opportunity of price reductions or promotions.