Is pemetinib included in medical insurance? How much does the patient need to pay out of pocket after being reimbursed by medical insurance?

Pemigatinib is currently on the market in China, but it has not yet been included in medical insurance. When patients purchase the drug in China, the drug price is relatively high. The main specifications on the market are 4.5 mg 14 tablets and 9 mg 14 tablets, with prices ranging from RMB 20,000 to RMB 50,000. Since it is not covered by medical insurance, patients need to pay for it themselves, which may be a burden for some patients with difficult financial conditions.

Although pemetinib is not covered by medical insurance in China, its price in the international market is relatively expensive. Overseas, especially in Europe, the price of 13.5mg*14 tablets may be as high as more than 70,000 yuan. Therefore, if patients choose to purchase overseas, in addition to the cost of the drug itself, they also need to consider the high cross-border purchase costs and transportation costs.

However, patients can also choose generic drugs in overseas markets, which are much cheaper. For example, the generic drug produced by Lucius Pharmaceuticals from Laos is 4.5mg*14 tablets, and each box is priced at more than 700 yuan, which is significantly lower than the original drug. Although generic drugs and brand-name drugs are similar in ingredients, patients should still consult their doctors before using them to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the drugs.
In general, pemetinib is currently not covered by medical insurance in China and is relatively expensive, but patients can reduce financial pressure by purchasing generic drugs overseas. When choosing a drug, patients should weigh the price, efficacy and safety of use, and conduct treatment under the guidance of a doctor.
Reference: https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB15102