What is the latest price of daprestat in 2025? Can it be purchased domestically?

Daprodustat is an oral medication primarily used to treat anemia associated with chronic kidney disease, specifically by stimulating the erythropoietin receptor to activate the erythropoiesis pathway. Although the drug is gradually being approved globally, it is not currently available in the Chinese market, so specific domestic price information is unclear.

Overseas, the original drug of dapocestat has been launched in many countries. The common specifications are 1 mg 30 tablets, 2 mg 30 tablets, etc. The price is usually between 100 and 500 US dollars per box. The specific price will be affected by exchange rate fluctuations. For example, a 1mg strength of the drug may cost around $100, while a 2mg strength is slightly more expensive. Since the drug has a higher selling price in foreign markets, domestic patients may face higher costs if they choose to purchase it through overseas channels.

At present, the original drug of dapostat is not yet available in the Chinese market, so it cannot be purchased directly through domestic pharmacies or hospitals. At the same time, since the drug has not yet been included in the scope of medical insurance, patients may need to bear the cost of the drug themselves. Although some patients abroad have obtained the drug through imported drugs or through cross-border e-commerce channels, due to the high price and complicated import channels, this is not a feasible routine purchase method for most patients.
It is worth noting that some generic drugs of daprostat are already on the market overseas, and the prices of these generic drugs are relatively affordable. For example, the generic version of dapostat produced by Lucius Pharmaceuticals in Laos has a specification of 1mg*100 tablets and is priced at more than 400 yuan per box. Although the ingredients of generic drugs and original drugs are basically the same, due to differences in quality and production processes, patients still need to be cautious when choosing and use them under the guidance of a doctor.
Generally speaking, daprostat is not yet on the market in China, so it cannot be purchased through formal channels, and it is not currently covered by medical insurance. If patients need to use the drug, they may need to obtain it through overseas channels, which is more expensive. In addition, generic drugs are cheaper, but their quality and safety still need to be considered when using them. With the advancement of more clinical research and drug approval, original or generic drugs of daprostat may appear on the Chinese market in the future.
Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daprodustat