How much does a box of Erdafitinib cost?

Erdafitinib (Erdafitinib) is a targeted drug for the treatment of metastatic urothelial carcinoma (mUC; bladder cancer). In recent years, it has made breakthrough progress in many markets around the world. Although the clinical effect of this drug has been widely praised worldwide, its price is relatively high and it has just been approved in the Chinese market, so there is still a certain price difference when purchasing.

In the Chinese market, erdafitinib has been launched. Common drug specifications include5mg 28 tablets, 3mg 56 tablets, 4mg*28 tablets, etc. However, although the drug has been approved, it is still relatively expensive because it has been on the market for a short time in China and is not yet covered by medical insurance. Judging from the common specifications currently on the market, the price of the original drug of erdafitinib is usually around 20,000 yuan. Because the drug is an imported drug and its market positioning as an innovative drug, it results in a relatively high price.

In addition, generic drugs of erdafitinib are gradually appearing in some countries, especially those produced by pharmaceutical companies in Bangladesh, Laos and other places. The prices of these generic drugs are relatively cheap, usually ranging from a few hundred yuan to two thousand yuan. Although generic drugs have certain advantages in price, patients still need to pay attention to the quality and source of the drug when choosing to ensure efficacy and safety.

Overall, the price of erdafitinib is higher due to its innovative nature and special status as an imported drug. As time goes by and the number of manufacturers continues to increase, the price of the drug is expected to gradually decrease. Especially after the medical insurance policy is gradually improved, the financial burden on patients may be effectively reduced. However, there are still certain difficulties in purchasing erdafitinib, and patients may need to obtain the drug through drug import channels or purchase it through hospitals.

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