Alimta
Alimta is an originator product from Eli Lilly (Suisse) SA and is listed on the FOPH Specialities List. Swiss mandatory health insurance therefore reimburses it within the authorised indication. The public price ranges from CHF 146.40 to CHF 666.25 depending on the pack; the patient co-payment is 40 per cent plus the deductible.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- Eli Lilly (Suisse) SA
- ATC code
- L01BA04
- IT group
- 07.16.10 Cytostatica
- Active substances
- Pemetrexedum
- Preparation type
- Originator product
- On the SL since
- 01/02/2007
- Last price change
- 01/08/2021
- Co-payment
- 40%
Prices per pack
The ex-factory price is the authorisation holder's price; the public price adds the distribution share and VAT. Both are FOPH maximum prices: nothing above them may be charged.
| Dosage form | Pack size | Ex-factory price | Public price | Valid from | Cat. | GTIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trockensub 100 mg für Inf Lös | Durchstf 1 Stk | CHF 121.57 | CHF 146.40 | 01/03/2009 | A | 7680570390041 |
| Trockensub 500 mg für Inf Lös | Durchstf 1 Stk | CHF 607.85 | CHF 666.25 | 01/02/2007 | A | 7680570390027 |
Limitation
This preparation is reimbursed only under the conditions below. The text is the binding FOPH wording; outside those conditions basic insurance does not pay.
The FOPH publishes limitation texts in German, French and Italian only. The German wording is reproduced verbatim below.
Behandlung bedarf der Kostengutsprache durch den Krankenversicherer nach vorgängiger Konsultation des Vertrauensarztes. Monotherapie bei Patienten mit lokal fortgeschrittenem oder metastasiertem nicht-kleinzelligem Lungenkarzinom nach vorangegangener Chemotherapie ausser bei überwiegender plattenepithelialer Histologie.
Behandlung von Patienten mit malignem Pleuramesotheliom in Kombination mit Cisplatin.
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FAQ
Is Alimta covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes, but only under conditions. Alimta is on the Specialities List with a limitation: basic insurance reimburses it only when the conditions in the limitation text are met, in some cases only after the insurer has granted cost approval.
What does Alimta cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Alimta ranges from CHF 146.40 to CHF 666.25 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 121.57 to CHF 607.85. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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