Keppra
Keppra is an originator product from UCB-Pharma 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 29.80 to CHF 280.35 depending on the pack; the patient co-payment is 10 per cent plus the deductible.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- UCB-Pharma SA
- ATC code
- N03AX14
- IT group
- 01.07.10 Einfache Antiepileptica
- Active substances
- Levetiracetamum
- Preparation type
- Originator product
- On the SL since
- 01/10/2000
- Last price change
- 01/02/2025
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filmtabl 250 mg | 30 Stk | CHF 12.53 | CHF 29.80 | 01/10/2000 | B | 7680552970049 |
| Filmtabl 500 mg | 20 Stk | CHF 12.75 | CHF 30.10 | 01/01/1955 | B | 7680552970568 |
| Filmtabl 500 mg | 100 Stk | CHF 66.10 | CHF 87.00 | 01/10/2000 | B | 7680552970629 |
| Filmtabl 500 mg | 200 Stk | CHF 128.84 | CHF 154.10 | 01/10/2000 | B | 7680552970681 |
| Filmtabl 1000 mg | 30 Stk | CHF 41.69 | CHF 60.90 | 01/10/2000 | B | 7680552970445 |
| Filmtabl 1000 mg | 100 Stk | CHF 127.75 | CHF 152.90 | 01/10/2000 | B | 7680552970506 |
| Filmtabl 1000 mg | 200 Stk | CHF 246.88 | CHF 280.35 | 01/10/2000 | B | 7680552970520 |
| Lös 100 mg/ml Dosierpipette 10 ml | 300 ml | CHF 55.61 | CHF 76.35 | 01/06/2006 | B | 7680574890066 |
| Lös 100 mg/ml Dosierpipette 1 ml | 150 ml | CHF 42.53 | CHF 62.65 | 01/03/2013 | B | 7680574890073 |
| Lös 100 mg/ml Dosierpipette 3 ml | 150 ml | CHF 42.53 | CHF 62.65 | 01/03/2013 | B | 7680574890080 |
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 Keppra covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes, but only under conditions. Keppra 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 Keppra cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Keppra ranges from CHF 29.80 to CHF 280.35 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 12.53 to CHF 246.88. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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