Candesartan Zentiva
Candesartan Zentiva is a generic from Helvepharm AG and is listed on the FOPH Specialities List. Basic health insurance reimburses it within the authorised indication. The public price ranges from CHF 11.05 to CHF 51.05 depending on the pack; the co-payment is 10 per cent.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- Helvepharm AG
- ATC code
- C09CA06
- IT group
- 02.07.10 Einfache blutdrucksenkende Mittel
- Active substances
- Candesartanum cilexetilum
- Preparation type
- Generic
- On the SL since
- 01/09/2012
- Last price change
- 01/06/2026
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabl 4 mg | Blist 10 Stk | CHF 1.66 | CHF 11.05 | 01/12/2020 | B | 7680623190086 |
| Tabl 8 mg | Blist 30 Stk | CHF 5.59 | CHF 15.30 | 01/12/2020 | B | 7680623190093 |
| Tabl 8 mg | Blist 100 Stk | CHF 17.34 | CHF 35.30 | 01/12/2020 | B | 7680623190109 |
| Tabl 16 mg | Blist 30 Stk | CHF 6.70 | CHF 16.50 | 01/12/2020 | B | 7680623190116 |
| Tabl 16 mg | Blist 100 Stk | CHF 22.33 | CHF 40.70 | 01/12/2020 | B | 7680623190123 |
| Tabl 32 mg | Blist 30 Stk | CHF 10.15 | CHF 27.45 | 01/12/2020 | B | 7680623190130 |
| Tabl 32 mg | Blist 100 Stk | CHF 31.82 | CHF 51.05 | 01/12/2020 | B | 7680623190147 |
Limitation
No limitation is recorded on the SL for this preparation.
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FAQ
Is Candesartan Zentiva covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes. Candesartan Zentiva is on the FOPH Specialities List, so Swiss mandatory health insurance reimburses it within the authorised indication. You still pay the deductible and a co-payment of 10 per cent.
What does Candesartan Zentiva cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Candesartan Zentiva ranges from CHF 11.05 to CHF 51.05 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 1.66 to CHF 31.82. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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