Drug Markets/Rifaximin

Rifaximin

3 NDCs across 1 manufacturer|0 Generic,3 Brand

Rifaximin is used to treat diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.

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The brand product was first FDA-approved on May 25, 2004, and the first generic was approved Mar 19, 2026. FDA's Orange Book lists 2 AB-rated (therapeutically equivalent) products for this ingredient. In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $1.2 billion on Rifaximin across 417,000 claims for 105,000 beneficiaries.

Rifaximin is available as 3 NDCs from 1 manufacturer (0 generic, 3 brand), with NADAC prices from $10.72 to $55.28 per EAthe most expensive product costs about 5.2× the cheapest. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.

Total NDCs

3

0G / 3B

Manufacturers

1

competing in market

Price Spread

$10.72 – $55.28

per EA

7d Activity

3 flat

avg +0.0% WoW · of 3 NDCs

Market Price Trend

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

Manufacturer Breakdown

1 manufacturer producing RIFAXIMIN

Drug Portfolio

3 NDCs total, 3 shown

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rifaximin used to treat?

Rifaximin is used to treat diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.

When did Rifaximin become available as a generic?

FDA approved the first generic Rifaximin (ANDA) on Mar 19, 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 Rifaximin?

In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $1.2 billion on Rifaximin across 417,000 claims for 105,000 beneficiaries.

How many Rifaximin products are on the market?

The Rifaximin drug market contains 3 NDCs from 1 manufacturer — 0 generic and 3 brand products.

What is the price range for Rifaximin?

NADAC reference prices for Rifaximin range from $10.7162 to $55.2802 per EA — the most expensive product costs about 5.2× the cheapest.

Which manufacturers make Rifaximin?

1 manufacturer lists Rifaximin in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Salix Pharmaceuticals Inc. (3).