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Abiraterone 500 mg price?

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Abiraterone acetate (brand name Zytiga™) is typically sold in 500‑mg tablets. The retail cost in the United States can vary quite a bit depending on your insurance plan, pharmacy benefits manager, and whether you’re purchasing a generic (if available) versus the brand name.

Source Approximate Cost (U.S. retail)
Brand‑name (Zytiga™) $3,500 – $4,000 per 30‑tablet bottle (≈ $115–$133 per tablet)
Generic abiraterone (when approved) $1,000 – $1,500 per 30‑tablet bottle (≈ $33–$50 per tablet)

Key points to keep in mind

  1. Insurance coverage – Many insurance plans cover a large portion (or all) of the cost, sometimes requiring prior authorization.
  2. Patient assistance programs – Zytiga™ offers a Patient Assistance Program (PAP) that can provide the medication at no cost or a highly reduced cost for patients who qualify.
  3. Pharmacy discounts – Some pharmacies offer discount cards or coupons that can lower the out‑of‑pocket price.
  4. Generic availability – As of 2024, generic abiraterone acetate is not yet widely available in the U.S.; availability may be different in other countries.

If you’re looking for the exact out‑of‑pocket amount, it’s best to contact your pharmacy or insurance provider directly, or use the online pharmacy cost‑comparison tools that many insurers now offer.



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AI-Drug Label Prescribing Information Alignment Report

95
95%
Grade A

Excellent

Mostly Aligned

Patient Risk: Low

Summary

The AI response accurately reflects the label’s prednisone dosing frequency by indication and correctly states the empty-stomach administration and food-timing restrictions.


Category Scores

Indication
90
Excellent
Dosage
98
Excellent
Warnings
80
Good
Administration
100
Excellent

Accurate Statements

For metastatic CRPC, abiraterone acetate 1,000 mg (four 250 mg tablets) is taken orally once daily with prednisone 5 mg orally twice daily.
Section 2.1: “1,000 mg … orally once daily with prednisone 5 mg orally twice daily.”
For metastatic high-risk CSPC, abiraterone acetate 1,000 mg (four 250 mg tablets) is taken orally once daily with prednisone 5 mg once daily.
Section 2.2: “1,000 mg … orally once daily with prednisone 5 mg administered orally once daily.”
Abiraterone acetate tablets must be taken as a single dose once daily on an empty stomach, with no food 2 hours before and 1 hour after.
Section 2.3: “must be taken as a single dose once daily on an empty stomach. Do not eat food 2 hours before and 1 hour after…”
Food increases abiraterone exposure, supporting the empty-stomach administration requirement.
Section 12.3: “Systemic exposure of abiraterone is increased when abiraterone acetate is administered with food…”

Unsupported Statements


Contradictions


Important Omissions

Label administration instructions also state the tablets must be swallowed whole with water and not crushed or chewed; the AI response did not mention this.
Importance: Moderate

Safety Assessment

Potential Patient Risk: Low
Key safety-relevant administration elements for the claim (empty stomach with specified food timing; prednisone frequency by indication) were correctly stated. The missing tablet swallowing/not-crushing detail is administration-related but does not directly conflict with the claim.

Regulatory Assessment

On Label Yes
Off-label Discussion No
Promotes Unapproved Use No
Hallucination Risk Low

Recommendation

Mostly Aligned

Primary Issue
Omitted additional label administration instructions (swallow whole with water; do not crush or chew).

Suggested Improvement
Add the remaining Section 2.3 instructions: swallow tablets whole with water and do not crush or chew.

Drug Brand Mention Assessment

Branding Score
37
Visibility
41
Mentioned
Ranking
#1
Sentiment
50
Recommendation Status
mentioned only
Brand Perception
Best Known For


Core Claims
  • Abiraterone 500 mg pricing varies a lot by country, manufacturer (brand vs generic), and whether it’s sold as tablets or through an insurance program.
  • I can’t give a reliable “current price” from the information provided.
  • Out-of-pocket cost can differ drastically from insured copays, and abiraterone is commonly subject to formulary restrictions.
Differentiators
  • Pricing depends on country and whether it’s brand vs generic
  • Pricing depends on insurance status and whether it’s through an insurance program
  • Formulary restrictions can affect what you pay

Pricing Perception: Not Mentioned
Competitors Mentioned
Company Visibility Sentiment Rank Recommended
DrugPatentWatch 23%
50 #2 Yes
Zytiga 20%
50 #5 No