Methrexx
Methrexx is an originator product from Sandoz Pharmaceuticals 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 30.30 to CHF 43.35 depending on the pack; the patient co-payment is 10 per cent plus the deductible.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG
- ATC code
- L04AX03
- IT group
- 07.10.60 Andere Mittel gegen Arthritis und rheumatische Krankheiten
- Active substances
- Methotrexatum
- Preparation type
- Originator product
- On the SL since
- 01/03/2014
- Last price change
- 01/12/2023
- 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 7.5 mg/0.375ml | Fertspr 0.375 ml | CHF 12.77 | CHF 30.30 | 01/03/2016 | A | 7680620830084 |
| Inj Lös 10 mg/0.5ml | Fertspr 0.5 ml | CHF 15.75 | CHF 33.50 | 01/03/2016 | A | 7680620830091 |
| Inj Lös 12.5 mg/0.625ml | Fertspr 0.625 ml | CHF 17.41 | CHF 35.25 | 01/08/2015 | A | 7680620830107 |
| Inj Lös 15 mg/0.75ml | Fertspr 0.75 ml | CHF 18.16 | CHF 36.10 | 01/03/2016 | A | 7680620830145 |
| Inj Lös 17.5 mg/0.875ml | Fertspr 0.875 ml | CHF 19.77 | CHF 37.80 | 01/08/2015 | A | 7680620830114 |
| Inj Lös 20 mg/ml | Fertspr 1 Stk | CHF 20.33 | CHF 38.45 | 01/03/2014 | A | 7680620830053 |
| Inj Lös 25 mg/1.25ml | Fertspr 1 Stk | CHF 22.92 | CHF 41.25 | 01/03/2014 | A | 7680620830060 |
| Inj Lös 30 mg/1.5ml | Fertspr 1 Stk | CHF 24.75 | CHF 43.35 | 01/03/2014 | A | 7680620830077 |
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 Methrexx covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes, but only under conditions. Methrexx 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 Methrexx cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Methrexx ranges from CHF 30.30 to CHF 43.35 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 12.77 to CHF 24.75. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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