How much does a box of Eltrombopag/Eltrombopag cost? Price revealed!

Eltrombopag/Eltrombopag is a drug used to treat thrombocytopenia and is available in the domestic market under the name Eltrombopag ethanolamine tablets. The price of this drug varies between regions and strengths. In the domestic market, Eltrombopag usually comes in two common specifications: 25mg 14 tablets and 25mg 28 tablets. Depending on the pharmacy and region, the price is roughly between RMB 2,000 and RMB 4,000. Because it is used as a drug to treat conditions such as chronic immune thrombocytopenia, patients require long-term medication during the treatment process, which makes the cost of treatment a focus of concern for patients and families.

Fortunately, Eltrombopag has been included in China's Class B medical insurance, which means that patients who meet the medical insurance reimbursement conditions can reimburse a certain percentage of the drug cost through medical insurance, reducing the burden of treatment. However, medical insurance policies only apply to patients who meet specific indications, so not all patients can enjoy medical insurance reimbursement. The specific reimbursement ratio and conditions vary from region to region, so patients need to consult with the hospital pharmacy to understand whether they meet the reimbursement standards and to clarify the reimbursement amount.

In overseas markets, the price of Eltrombopag is generally higher, especially in the United States and Europe, where the price can often reach several thousand dollars per box. Therefore, many patients will choose to purchase from other countries or regions, such as countries such as Türkiye and India. In these countries, the price of Eltrombopag is much cheaper than the original drug, about more than 1,000 yuan per box. It is worth noting that the prices of these drugs are affected by exchange rate fluctuations, so patients need to pay attention to price changes.

In addition to the original drug, there are also generic versions of eltrombopag on the market. Generic drugs produced by pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh, Laos, India and other countries have similar ingredients to original drugs and are more affordable. For example, the price of each box of generic Eltrombopag drugs produced in Bangladesh, India, Laos and other places is usually around a few hundred yuan. For patients with limited budgets, choosing these generic drugs is a relatively economical option, especially in the case of long-term treatment, which can greatly reduce the cost of treatment.

Reference materials:https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB06210