Binocrit
Binocrit is a biosimilar from Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG and is listed on the FOPH Specialities List. As the follow-on product of a biologic it is reimbursed by basic health insurance. The public price ranges from CHF 57.10 to CHF 421.90 depending on the pack; the co-payment is 10 per cent.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG
- ATC code
- B03XA01
- IT group
- 06.07.30 Andere
- Active substances
- Epoetinum alfa ADNr
- Preparation type
- Biosimilar
- On the SL since
- 01/10/2009
- Last price change
- 01/12/2024
- Co-payment
- 10%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inj Lös 1000 IE/0.5ml | 6 Fertigspr 0.5 ml | CHF 37.40 | CHF 57.10 | 01/10/2009 | A | 7680590550012 |
| Inj Lös 2000 IE/ml | 6 Fertigspr 1 ml | CHF 74.69 | CHF 97.65 | 01/10/2009 | A | 7680590550029 |
| Inj Lös 3000 IE/0.3ml | 6 Fertigspr 0.3 ml | CHF 111.97 | CHF 138.20 | 01/10/2009 | A | 7680590550036 |
| Inj Lös 4000 IE/0.4ml | 6 Fertigspr 0.4 ml | CHF 149.15 | CHF 178.65 | 01/10/2009 | A | 7680590550043 |
| Inj Lös 5000 IE/0.5ml | 6 Fertigspr 0.5 ml | CHF 186.61 | CHF 219.35 | 01/10/2009 | A | 7680590550050 |
| Inj Lös 6000 IE/0.6ml | 6 Fertigspr 0.6 ml | CHF 223.73 | CHF 259.75 | 01/10/2009 | A | 7680590550067 |
| Inj Lös 8000 IE/0.8ml | 6 Fertigspr 0.8 ml | CHF 297.96 | CHF 340.45 | 01/10/2009 | A | 7680590550081 |
| Inj Lös 10000 IE/ml | 6 Fertigspr 1 ml | CHF 372.82 | CHF 421.90 | 01/10/2009 | A | 7680590550104 |
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.
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FAQ
Is Binocrit covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes, but only under conditions. Binocrit 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 Binocrit cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Binocrit ranges from CHF 57.10 to CHF 421.90 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 37.40 to CHF 372.82. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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