Drug Markets/Fidaxomicin

Fidaxomicin

3 NDCs across 3 manufacturers|2 Generic,1 Brand

Fidaxomicin is used to treat pseudomembranous enterocolitis, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.

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The brand product was first FDA-approved on May 27, 2011, and the first generic was approved Jan 16, 2024. FDA's Orange Book lists 4 AB-rated (therapeutically equivalent) products for this ingredient. In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $154 million on Fidaxomicin across 35,000 claims for 26,000 beneficiaries.

Fidaxomicin is available as 3 NDCs from 3 manufacturers (2 generic, 1 brand), with NADAC prices from $95.02 to $248.47 per EAthe most expensive product costs about 2.6× the cheapest. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.

Total NDCs

3

2G / 1B

Manufacturers

3

competing in market

Price Spread

$95.02 – $248.47

per EA

7d Activity

30 flat

avg -2.3% WoW · of 3 NDCs

Market Price Trend

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

Drug Portfolio

3 NDCs total, 3 shown

Drug Price 7d Change
DIFICID 200 MG TABLET
$248.4654
per EA
-0.05%
FIDAXOMICIN 200 MG TABLET
$95.0247
per EA
-3.36%
FIDAXOMICIN 200 MG TABLET
$95.0247
per EA
-3.36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fidaxomicin used to treat?

Fidaxomicin is used to treat pseudomembranous enterocolitis, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.

When did Fidaxomicin become available as a generic?

FDA approved the first generic Fidaxomicin (ANDA) on Jan 16, 2024. The Orange Book currently lists 4 AB-rated products for this ingredient, meaning FDA considers them therapeutically equivalent to the brand.

How much does Medicare spend on Fidaxomicin?

In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $154 million on Fidaxomicin across 35,000 claims for 26,000 beneficiaries.

How many Fidaxomicin products are on the market?

The Fidaxomicin drug market contains 3 NDCs from 3 manufacturers — 2 generic and 1 brand product.

What is the price range for Fidaxomicin?

NADAC reference prices for Fidaxomicin range from $95.0247 to $248.4654 per EA — the most expensive product costs about 2.6× the cheapest.

Is generic Fidaxomicin cheaper than brand?

The average generic NADAC for Fidaxomicin is $95.0247 per EA, versus $248.4654 for brand-labeled products — brand versions average about 2.6× the generic price.

Which manufacturers make Fidaxomicin?

3 manufacturers list Fidaxomicin in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC (1), Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. (1), Apotex Corp. (1).

How has the price of Fidaxomicin changed recently?

Over the past 7 days, 0 Fidaxomicin NDCs rose and 3 fell, with a market-wide average change of -2.3%.