Methylphenidat Sandoz
Methylphenidat Sandoz is a generic from Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG and is listed on the FOPH Specialities List. Basic health insurance reimburses it within the authorised indication. The public price ranges from CHF 38.90 to CHF 82.95 depending on the pack; the co-payment is 10 per cent.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG
- ATC code
- N06BA04
- IT group
- 01.10.20 Starke Stimulantien
- Active substances
- Methylphenidati hydrochloridum
- Preparation type
- Generic
- On the SL since
- 01/01/2015
- Last price change
- 01/04/2026
- 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 Tabl 18 mg | 30 Stk | CHF 20.66 | CHF 38.90 | 01/01/2015 | A | 7680622280016 |
| Ret Tabl 18 mg | 60 Stk | CHF 36.36 | CHF 55.95 | 01/01/2015 | A | 7680622280047 |
| Ret Tabl 27 mg | 30 Stk | CHF 25.70 | CHF 44.35 | 01/01/2015 | A | 7680622280078 |
| Ret Tabl 27 mg | 60 Stk | CHF 45.23 | CHF 65.60 | 01/01/2015 | A | 7680622280085 |
| Ret Tabl 36 mg | 30 Stk | CHF 29.23 | CHF 48.20 | 01/01/2015 | A | 7680622280023 |
| Ret Tabl 36 mg | 60 Stk | CHF 51.44 | CHF 72.35 | 01/01/2015 | A | 7680622280054 |
| Ret Tabl 54 mg | 30 Stk | CHF 34.77 | CHF 54.25 | 01/01/2015 | A | 7680622280030 |
| Ret Tabl 54 mg | 60 Stk | CHF 61.20 | CHF 82.95 | 01/01/2015 | A | 7680622280061 |
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.
Diagnosestellung durch einen Facharzt der Kinder- und Jugendmedizin mit Schwerpunkt Entwicklungspädiatrie oder einen Facharzt der Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie,
Die Diagnose hat anhand der Kriterien resp. Richtlinien der Fachinformation zu erfolgen,
Behandlung im Rahmen eines umfassenden Therapieprogramms,
Bei Erwachsenen müssen entsprechende Symptome bereits in der Kindheit bestanden haben.
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FAQ
Is Methylphenidat Sandoz covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes, but only under conditions. Methylphenidat Sandoz 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 Methylphenidat Sandoz cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Methylphenidat Sandoz ranges from CHF 38.90 to CHF 82.95 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 20.66 to CHF 61.20. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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