Pirfenidon-Mepha
Pirfenidon-Mepha is a generic from Mepha Pharma AG and is listed on the FOPH Specialities List. Basic health insurance reimburses it within the authorised indication. The public price ranges from CHF 494.90 to CHF 1'451.90 depending on the pack; the co-payment is 10 per cent.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- Mepha Pharma AG
- ATC code
- L04AX05
- IT group
- 07.15 Immunosuppressive Stoffe
- Active substances
- Pirfenidonum
- Preparation type
- Generic
- On the SL since
- 01/12/2025
- Last price change
- 01/12/2025
- 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 267 mg | Blist 84 Stk | CHF 439.98 | CHF 494.90 | 01/12/2025 | B | 7680695630015 |
| Filmtabl 801 mg | Blist 84 Stk | CHF 1'319.93 | CHF 1'451.90 | 01/12/2025 | B | 7680695630022 |
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.
Für die Behandlung mit PIRFENIDON-MEPHA ist keine neue Kostengutsprache nötig, wenn in derselben Indikation bereits eine Kostengutsprache für das Originalpräparat oder ein anderes Generikum besteht.
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FAQ
Is Pirfenidon-Mepha covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes, but only under conditions. Pirfenidon-Mepha 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 Pirfenidon-Mepha cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Pirfenidon-Mepha ranges from CHF 494.90 to CHF 1'451.90 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 439.98 to CHF 1'319.93. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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