Kapanol
Kapanol is an originator product from Lipomed AG 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 26.95 to CHF 136.95 depending on the pack; the patient co-payment is 10 per cent plus the deductible.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- Lipomed AG
- ATC code
- N02AA01
- IT group
- 01.01.30 Narkotische Analgetica
- Active substances
- Morphini sulfas pentahydricus (2:1)
- Preparation type
- Originator product
- On the SL since
- 01/01/2009
- Last price change
- 01/07/2026
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ret Kaps 10 mg | 60 Stk | CHF 9.68 | CHF 26.95 | 01/07/2026 | A | 7680538420131 |
| Ret Kaps 20 mg | 60 Stk | CHF 19.35 | CHF 37.45 | 01/03/2026 | A | 7680538420094 |
| Ret Kaps 20 mg | 60 Stk (alt) | CHF 19.35 | CHF 37.45 | 01/01/2009 | A | 7680538420384 |
| Ret Kaps 50 mg | 60 Stk | CHF 39.80 | CHF 59.70 | 01/03/2026 | A | 7680538420100 |
| Ret Kaps 50 mg | 60 Stk (alt) | CHF 39.80 | CHF 59.70 | 01/01/2009 | A | 7680538420544 |
| Ret Kaps 100 mg | Fl 50 Stk | CHF 57.05 | CHF 78.45 | 01/05/2022 | A | 7680538420032 |
| Ret Kaps 100 mg | 60 Stk | CHF 67.58 | CHF 89.90 | 01/03/2026 | A | 7680538420117 |
| Ret Kaps 100 mg | 60 Stk (alt) | CHF 67.58 | CHF 89.90 | 01/01/2009 | A | 7680538420704 |
| Ret Kaps 200 mg | Fl 50 Stk | CHF 92.36 | CHF 116.85 | 01/08/2024 | A | 7680538420063 |
| Ret Kaps 200 mg | Blist 60 Stk | CHF 110.83 | CHF 136.95 | 01/08/2024 | A | 7680538420056 |
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.
Orale Substitutionsbehandlung bei Opioidabhängigkeit gemäss Anhang 1 zur KLV (SR 832.112.31), vgl. Ziffer 8, Psychiatrie, Substitutionsbehandlung bei Opiatabhängigkeit.
More preparations in this group
FAQ
Is Kapanol covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes, but only under conditions. Kapanol 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 Kapanol cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Kapanol ranges from CHF 26.95 to CHF 136.95 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 9.68 to CHF 110.83. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
Market access
Do you need your product on the Specialities List?
Questions about SL listing, prices or limitations? Contact Swiss Reimbursement.
- Independent directory
- Official FOPH data
- Website in eight languages