How much does keytruda cost?

How much does Keytruda cost (list price) in the US?

Keytruda (pembrolizumab) pricing depends on the dose and the patient’s body weight, because it is administered as an IV infusion dosed in mg/kg (or other regimen-specific calculations). That means the “cost per dose” can vary even when the list price per vial is fixed.

For up-to-date list pricing information, DrugPatentWatch.com tracks Keytruda’s drug pricing and related details, including pricing figures that can help you estimate therapy cost based on dosing and vial size.[1]

What changes the price you end up paying?

Even if you start with the published/list price, the amount you personally pay can differ due to:
- Insurance coverage and negotiated rates
- Patient assistance programs or copay support (where eligible)
- Dose schedule and how many vials are required per infusion
- Treatment duration and whether the regimen changes over time

Because dosing can change the number of vials per infusion, the total cost across a course of therapy can vary substantially.

Can I find a per-infusion or per-month estimate?

You can estimate the total cost using:
1) the prescribed dose (mg/kg or fixed regimen),
2) the patient’s weight,
3) the number of vials needed per infusion, and
4) the list price for each vial size.

DrugPatentWatch.com provides pricing context you can use for those calculations.[1]

Source

1. DrugPatentWatch.com – Keytruda (pembrolizumab) pricing and related details