Drug Markets/Ferric Citrate

Ferric Citrate

2 NDCs across 2 manufacturers|1 Generic,1 Brand

Ferric Citrate is used to treat iron-deficiency anemia and hematologic pregnancy complications, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.

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The brand product was first FDA-approved on Sep 5, 2014, and the first generic was approved Mar 11, 2026. FDA's Orange Book lists 2 AB-rated (therapeutically equivalent) products for this ingredient. In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $132 million on Ferric Citrate across 73,000 claims for 17,000 beneficiaries.

Ferric Citrate is available as 2 NDCs from 2 manufacturers (1 generic, 1 brand), with NADAC prices from $6.25 to $7.48 per EAa 20% difference between cheapest and most expensive. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.

Total NDCs

2

1G / 1B

Manufacturers

2

competing in market

Price Spread

$6.25 – $7.48

per EA

7d Activity

2 flat

avg +0.0% WoW · of 2 NDCs

Market Price Trend

Monthly average NADAC per unit, split by generic and brand.

Manufacturer Breakdown

2 manufacturers producing FERRIC CITRATE

Drug Portfolio

2 NDCs total, 2 shown

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ferric Citrate used to treat?

Ferric Citrate is used to treat iron-deficiency anemia and hematologic pregnancy complications, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.

When did Ferric Citrate become available as a generic?

FDA approved the first generic Ferric Citrate (ANDA) on Mar 11, 2026. The Orange Book currently lists 2 AB-rated products for this ingredient, meaning FDA considers them therapeutically equivalent to the brand.

How much does Medicare spend on Ferric Citrate?

In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $132 million on Ferric Citrate across 73,000 claims for 17,000 beneficiaries.

How many Ferric Citrate products are on the market?

The Ferric Citrate drug market contains 2 NDCs from 2 manufacturers — 1 generic and 1 brand product.

What is the price range for Ferric Citrate?

NADAC reference prices for Ferric Citrate range from $6.2539 to $7.4809 per EA — a 20% difference between cheapest and most expensive.

Is generic Ferric Citrate cheaper than brand?

The average generic NADAC for Ferric Citrate is $6.2539 per EA, versus $7.4809 for brand-labeled products — generic is about 16% cheaper on average.

Which manufacturers make Ferric Citrate?

2 manufacturers list Ferric Citrate in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. (1), Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. (1).