Plenadren
Plenadren is an originator product from Takeda Pharma 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 131.40 to CHF 284.95 depending on the pack; the patient co-payment is 10 per cent plus the deductible.
Core data
- Authorisation holder
- Takeda Pharma AG
- ATC code
- H02AB09
- IT group
- 07.07.21 Cortisonum/Hydrocortisonum
- Active substances
- Hydrocortisonum
- Preparation type
- Originator product
- On the SL since
- 01/03/2020
- Last price change
- 01/06/2025
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ret Tabl 5 mg | Ds 50 Stk | CHF 105.72 | CHF 131.40 | 01/06/2025 | B | 7680620680030 |
| Ret Tabl 20 mg | Ds 50 Stk | CHF 246.91 | CHF 284.95 | 01/06/2025 | B | 7680620680047 |
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.
Die Diagnose, die Verordnung und die Überwachung der Therapie mit PLENADREN darf ausschliesslich durch einen Facharzt der Endokrinologie/Diabetologie erfolgen, der an einem Spital mit einem Zentrum für Endokrinologie/Diabetologie tätig ist. Das Zentrum muss eine als FMH-Weiterbildungsstätte der Kategorie A oder B definierte Klinik für Endokrinologie/Diabetologie sein (https://www.siwf-register.ch).
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FAQ
Is Plenadren covered by Swiss health insurance?
Yes, but only under conditions. Plenadren 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 Plenadren cost in Switzerland?
The public price is the maximum price set by the FOPH and for Plenadren ranges from CHF 131.40 to CHF 284.95 per pack. The ex-factory price ranges from CHF 105.72 to CHF 246.91. Pharmacies may not charge more, but may charge less.
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