Zidovudine
4 NDCs across 2 manufacturers|4 Generic,0 Brand
Zidovudine is used to treat acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
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The brand product was first FDA-approved on Mar 19, 1987, and the first generic was approved Sep 19, 2005. FDA's Orange Book lists 6 AB-rated (therapeutically equivalent) products for this ingredient. In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $169K on Zidovudine across 2,642 claims for 398 beneficiaries.
Zidovudine is available as 4 NDCs from 2 manufacturers (4 generic, 0 brand), with NADAC prices from $0.40 to $1.37 per EA — the most expensive product costs about 3.4× the cheapest. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.
Total NDCs
4
4G / 0B
Manufacturers
2
competing in market
Price Spread
$0.40 – $1.37
per EA, 3 of 4 NDCs
7d Activity
avg +0.0% WoW · of 4 NDCs
Market Price Trend
Monthly average NADAC per unit, split by generic and brand.
Manufacturer Breakdown
2 manufacturers producing ZIDOVUDINE
| Drug ↕ | Price | 7d Change ↕ |
|---|---|---|
ZIDOVUDINE 100 MG CAPSULE | $1.3658 per EA | — |
ZIDOVUDINE 300 MG TABLET | $0.4638 per EA | — |
ZIDOVUDINE 300 MG TABLET | $0.4016 per EA | — |
ZIDOVUDINE 50 MG/5 ML SYRUP | $0.1499 per ML | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zidovudine used to treat?
Zidovudine is used to treat acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
When did Zidovudine become available as a generic?
FDA approved the first generic Zidovudine (ANDA) on Sep 19, 2005. The Orange Book currently lists 6 AB-rated products for this ingredient, meaning FDA considers them therapeutically equivalent to the brand.
How much does Medicare spend on Zidovudine?
In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $169K on Zidovudine across 2,642 claims for 398 beneficiaries.
How many Zidovudine products are on the market?
The Zidovudine drug market contains 4 NDCs from 2 manufacturers — 4 generic and 0 brand products.
What is the price range for Zidovudine?
NADAC reference prices for Zidovudine range from $0.4016 to $1.3658 per EA — the most expensive product costs about 3.4× the cheapest. 1 additional product is priced per a different unit (e.g. liquids per ML) and isn't directly comparable.
Which manufacturers make Zidovudine?
2 manufacturers list Zidovudine in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Aurobindo Pharma Limited (3), Camber Pharmaceuticals Inc. (1).