Januvia vs Repatha
Side-by-side drug price comparison from Medicare Part D data
Verdict
Januvia costs 71% less per claim than Repatha ($219.00 vs $757.00). Neither drug has a generic alternative available. Total Medicare spending: Januvia at $2.7B vs Repatha at $2.6B.
| Metric | Januvia | Repatha |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Cost per Claim Average cost Medicare pays per prescription claim | $219* | $757 |
| Total Medicare Spending Total Medicare Part D spending on this drug | $2.7B | $2.6B |
| Total Claims | 12,480,000 | 3,420,000 |
| Year-over-Year Change Price change from prior year (lower is better for patients) | -12.3%* | 24.6% |
| Generic Available | No | No |
| Condition | Diabetes | High Cholesterol |
| Total Beneficiaries | 1,560,000 | 398,000 |
Januvia costs 71% less per claim than Repatha ($219.00 vs $757.00). Neither drug has a generic alternative available. Total Medicare spending: Januvia at $2.7B vs Repatha at $2.6B.