Posted by PeterMartin on April 5, 2018, at 2:59:55
In reply to Re: Marplan shortage..... » PeterMartin, posted by beckett2 on April 4, 2018, at 19:58:09
> > Speaking of Marplan I have a question I wanted to ask for a while:
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> > Since it was originally marketed in the 60s (and must be we off patient) could a generic company just decide to start making it? Or does that opportunist company Validus (who is the current "brand" and only maker in the US) somehow have exclusive rights to prevent a generic at this point? I know it might not be worthwhile for a company to make a generic version but it seems like there may be some reason why they can't also. Can someone explain it to me like I'm five?
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> > Thanks!
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> Is it available in the US?Usually yes but only by Validus (one company) who has jacked the price up a ton. Over $1500 a month I think for even the 40mg min therapeutic dose. If your insurance covers its ok. They do have a coupon which helps (and onfound out later can be reused if you just print it again - ugh).
But at the moment? No according to the reddit post and what I have heard only pharmacies w stock (very few if any) would have it. Manufacturer is having issues and no timeline for when they'll get a new supply :(
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