How much does a box of lenvatinib/lenvatinib capsules cost, and can it be reimbursed?

Lenvatinib is a multi-target receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor mainly used to treat a variety of cancers, such as renal cell carcinoma, hepatocellular carcinoma, thyroid cancer, and endometrial cancer. In China, lenvatinib has been approved for marketing and included in medical insurance. The specifications of lenvatinib available in China are 4mg*30 tablets, and the price is about 3,000 yuan. However, the specific price may fluctuate depending on different regions and hospitals. Therefore, when purchasing, it is best for patients to consult the local hospital pharmacy in advance to obtain accurate price information.

In terms of medical insurance, lenvatinib is one of the medical insurance drugs and can be reimbursed for eligible patients. The specific reimbursement scope of medical insurance usually varies according to the type of patient's disease and changes in medical insurance policies. Especially for cancer patients, the medical insurance reimbursement policy for lenvatinib may differ in different regions. In order to ensure that patients can enjoy medical insurance benefits, it is recommended to consult with local medical institutions or pharmacies in advance whether they meet the conditions for medical insurance reimbursement before purchasing drugs.

For overseas markets, the price of the original drug of lenvatinib is generally higher. For example, the price of overseas original drugs is roughly around RMB 2,000. However, in addition to original drugs, generic versions are also sold in countries such as Laos and Bangladesh, and their prices are usually between 400 and 900 yuan. The ingredients of these generic drugs are basically the same as the original drugs, so they are also similar in therapeutic effect. Patients can choose suitable drugs based on their actual situation and economic conditions.

In general, lenvatinib, as an effective targeted drug, has been launched in China and is included in medical insurance. Patients can choose to purchase original drugs or generic drugs according to different economic conditions.

Reference materials:https://www.lenvima.com/