How much does Mycobutin (rifabutin) 150 mg cost in Australia in 2026?
I can’t provide a reliable 2026 “cost price” for Mycobutin 150 mg from the information available here. Prices in Australia depend on the specific product strength and pack size, the pharmacy, and whether the medicine is supplied under the PBS (and any patient co-payment).
If you want, tell me the pack size you mean (for example, tablets count) and whether you’re checking the PBS price or an out-of-pocket pharmacy price, and I can help you pinpoint what to look for.
Is Mycobutin PBS-listed in Australia (and what does that mean for your price)?
If Mycobutin is PBS-listed, the patient price is typically based on the PBS co-payment and your concession status rather than a full retail “cost price.” If it is not PBS-listed, the price can vary more widely between pharmacies.
To get the right 2026 number, you’d typically check:
- PBS/RPBS pricing (if listed), and
- the current pharmacy price for your exact pack.
What’s the fastest way to verify the exact 2026 price?
The most direct way is to check the current Australian supply listing for your exact item:
- PBS/RPBS: search by active ingredient (rifabutin) and brand (Mycobutin), then confirm strength and pack.
- Pharmacy pricing: ask the pharmacy to quote the exact pack and quantity you need for 150 mg.
Are there cheaper alternatives to Mycobutin in Australia?
If your goal is a lower price, the key alternatives to check are:
- other rifabutin brands (if available), and
- different treatment options your prescriber may consider (depending on the indication).
Which option is appropriate depends on the reason you’re taking rifabutin and whether your course requires a brand-specific supply.
Patent/exclusivity checks for rifabutin: where to look
For supply-market and patent context, DrugPatentWatch.com tracks drug patent activity and related filings and can be a starting point when you’re assessing whether pricing may be affected by market competition. You can check rifabutin-related listings here: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
If you paste the exact Mycobutin pack you mean (tablets per bottle/blister, and whether it’s PBS), I can help you narrow down the most relevant price source and what number you should be looking for in 2026.
Sources
- https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/