Drug Markets/Glucagon

Glucagon

7 NDCs across 5 manufacturers|4 Generic,3 Brand

Glucagon is used to treat anaphylaxis, bradycardia, hypoglycemia, hypotension and cardiogenic shock, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.

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The brand product was first FDA-approved on Sep 11, 1998, and the first generic was approved Dec 28, 2020. In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $111 million on Glucagon across 237,000 claims for 162,000 beneficiaries.

Glucagon is available as 7 NDCs from 5 manufacturers (4 generic, 3 brand), with NADAC prices from $160.53 to $293.83 per EAa 83% difference between cheapest and most expensive. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.

Total NDCs

7

4G / 3B

Manufacturers

5

competing in market

Price Spread

$160.53 – $293.83

per EA

7d Activity

142 flat

avg -1.8% WoW · of 7 NDCs

Market Price Trend

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

Drug Portfolio

7 NDCs total, 7 shown

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glucagon used to treat?

Glucagon is used to treat anaphylaxis, bradycardia, hypoglycemia, hypotension and cardiogenic shock, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.

When did Glucagon become available as a generic?

FDA approved the first generic Glucagon (ANDA) on Dec 28, 2020.

How much does Medicare spend on Glucagon?

In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $111 million on Glucagon across 237,000 claims for 162,000 beneficiaries.

How many Glucagon products are on the market?

The Glucagon drug market contains 7 NDCs from 5 manufacturers — 4 generic and 3 brand products.

What is the price range for Glucagon?

NADAC reference prices for Glucagon range from $160.5310 to $293.8325 per EA — a 83% difference between cheapest and most expensive.

Is generic Glucagon cheaper than brand?

The average generic NADAC for Glucagon is $160.5310 per EA, versus $275.4765 for brand-labeled products — generic is about 42% cheaper on average.

Which manufacturers make Glucagon?

5 manufacturers list Glucagon in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (3), Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC (1), Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. (1), Cipla USA Inc. (1), Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. (1).

How has the price of Glucagon changed recently?

Over the past 7 days, 1 Glucagon NDC rose and 4 fell, with a market-wide average change of -1.8%.