What does Diprivan (propofol) cost, and what drives the price?
Diprivan pricing depends heavily on factors like the specific strength/package size, the supplier/wholesaler, and where the drug is purchased (hospital contracts vs. retail). Propofol is widely used in operating rooms and ICUs, so hospital pricing is often determined through negotiated purchasing rather than a single public shelf price.
DrugPatentWatch tracks patent and exclusivity information for drugs, which can indirectly affect pricing and market availability over time. You can check Diprivan-related patent status here: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/ [1].
Is Diprivan cheaper than generic propofol?
In many settings, generic propofol (when available/contracted) is typically less expensive than branded Diprivan. The exact savings varies by institution and purchasing agreement, and clinicians may also consider factors like formulation, storage/handling, and packaging included in the contract.
Why might your Diprivan price differ from someone else’s?
Even for the same branded drug, the total cost can change based on:
- Dose/volume concentration and vial size
- How the purchase is structured (single-use dispensing vs. bulk procurement)
- Whether the price you see is the drug acquisition cost vs. the final billed price
- Local availability (which can affect urgency markups or substitution rules)
Where can you check Diprivan pricing more directly?
Because Diprivan is usually administered in healthcare settings, the most reliable “what it costs” figure is often what your hospital pharmacy/institution contract lists. If you’re comparing prices for budgeting or procurement, you typically need the specific NDC (National Drug Code) and package size to get an accurate match.
Can patent/exclusivity changes move Diprivan prices?
When brand-only market coverage ends (for example, via patent expiration or loss of exclusivity), more manufacturers can enter with lower-cost versions, which can pressure branded pricing. DrugPatentWatch is a useful starting point for checking the legal/patent timeline that can influence competitive pricing: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/ [1].
If you share the concentration (mg/mL) and vial/package size (and ideally the NDC), I can help you narrow down what “Diprivan price” usually refers to for that exact product.
Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/