Metformin axapharm
Metformin axapharm is a generic from axapharm ag and is listed on the FOPH Specialities List. Basic health insurance reimburses it within the authorised indication. The public price ranges from CHF 10.95 to CHF 15.60 depending on the pack; the co-payment is 10 per cent.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- axapharm ag
- ATC code
- A10BA02
- IT group
- 07.06.20 Orale blutzuckersenkende Mittel
- Active substances
- Metformini hydrochloridum
- Preparation type
- Generic
- On the SL since
- 01/06/2013
- Last price change
- 01/09/2025
- 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 500 mg | Blist 50 Stk | CHF 1.86 | CHF 11.25 | 01/09/2025 | B | 7680696890012 |
| Filmtabl 500 mg | Blist 100 Stk | CHF 3.34 | CHF 12.85 | 01/09/2025 | B | 7680696890029 |
| Filmtabl 500 mg (alt) | 50 Stk | CHF 1.86 | CHF 11.25 | 01/06/2013 | B | 7680590990115 |
| Filmtabl 500 mg (alt) | 100 Stk | CHF 3.34 | CHF 12.85 | 01/09/2016 | B | 7680590990146 |
| Filmtabl 850 mg | Blist 30 Stk | CHF 1.56 | CHF 10.95 | 01/09/2025 | B | 7680696890036 |
| Filmtabl 850 mg | Blist 100 Stk | CHF 4.63 | CHF 14.25 | 01/09/2025 | B | 7680696890043 |
| Filmtabl 850 mg (alt) | 30 Stk | CHF 1.56 | CHF 10.95 | 01/06/2013 | B | 7680590990122 |
| Filmtabl 850 mg (alt) | 100 Stk | CHF 4.63 | CHF 14.25 | 01/06/2013 | B | 7680590990139 |
| Filmtabl 1000 mg | Blist 60 Stk | CHF 3.45 | CHF 13.00 | 01/09/2025 | B | 7680696890050 |
| Filmtabl 1000 mg | Blist 120 Stk | CHF 5.87 | CHF 15.60 | 01/09/2025 | B | 7680696890067 |
| Filmtabl 1000 mg (alt) | 60 Stk | CHF 3.45 | CHF 13.00 | 01/06/2013 | B | 7680590990085 |
| Filmtabl 1000 mg (alt) | 120 Stk | CHF 5.87 | CHF 15.60 | 01/06/2013 | B | 7680590990108 |
Limitation
No limitation is recorded on the SL for this preparation.
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FAQ
Is Metformin axapharm covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes. Metformin axapharm 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 Metformin axapharm cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Metformin axapharm ranges from CHF 10.95 to CHF 15.60 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 1.56 to CHF 5.87. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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