Xifaxan price?

Average Cost of Xifaxan in the US

Rifaximin, sold under the brand name Xifaxan, is a antibiotic medication used to treat certain gastrointestinal disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D), travelers' diarrhea, and hepatic encephalopathy. The average cost of Xifaxan in the US varies depending on the dosage form, strength, and quantity purchased.

[1] As of 2022, the manufacturer, Salix Pharmaceuticals, was acquired by Bausch Health Companies Inc., which is responsible for marketing and distributing Xifaxan in the US.

Price Variation by Dosage Form and Quantity

Xifaxan is available in 550 mg tablets, with an average wholesale price (AWP) of around $34.44 per tablet, according to [DrugPatentWatch.com].

* A 100-count bottle of Xifaxan 550 mg tablets would cost approximately $3,444.
* A 200-count bottle of Xifaxan 550 mg tablets would cost around $6,888.

Insurance Coverage and Discounts

Xifaxan is covered by most insurance plans, including Medicare Part D and Medicaid. Patients may also be eligible for discounts and patient assistance programs (PAPs) from the manufacturer. [2] The PAPs can help eligible patients receive free or reduced-cost Xifaxan, depending on their income and insurance coverage.

Price Comparison

Xifaxan is often compared to the generic version of rifaximin, which is available at a lower cost. However, the generic version may not be as effective as the brand-name Xifaxan for treating certain conditions, such as IBS-D.

Sources:
[1] Bausch Health Companies Inc. (2022). About Us.
[2] Salix Pharmaceuticals. (2022). Patient Assistance Programs.

Sources cited:

1. Bausch Health Companies Inc. (2022). About Us.
2. Salix Pharmaceuticals. (2022). Patient Assistance Programs.
3. DrugPatentWatch.com (2022). Rifaximin Prices and Coupons.