Acetazolamide
Generic name
Acetazolamide
Average Annual Cost per Beneficiary
$217.89
Average cost per year*
Average Annual Cost per Dose
$1.09
-27.05%
Average cost per beneficiary*
Manufacturer(s)
- AHP
- Marlex Pharm.
- Novitium Pharma
- Eywa Pharma Inc
- Breckenridge
- Avet Pharmaceut
- Strides Pharma
- Lannett Co. Inc
- Lifestar Pharma
- Taro Pharm USA
- Trupharma, LLC.
- Major Pharmaceu
What is Acetazolamide
Acetazolamide is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms of altitude sickness. This medication can decrease headache, tiredness, nausea, dizziness, and shortness of breath that can occur when you climb quickly to high altitudes (generally above 10,000 feet/3,048 meters). It is particularly useful in situations when you cannot make a slow ascent. The best ways to prevent altitude sickness are climbing slowly, stopping for 24 hours during the climb to allow the body to adjust to the new height, and taking it easy the first 1 to 2 days. This medication is also used with other medications to treat high pressure inside the eye due to certain types of glaucoma. Acetazolamide belongs to a class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It works by decreasing the production of fluid inside the eye. It is also used to decrease a buildup of body fluids (edema) caused by heart failure or certain medications. Acetazolamide can work less well over time, so it is usually used only for a short period. It has also been used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (petit mal and unlocalized seizures). NOTE: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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*Origin of the terms and chart data used within this page: https://data.cms.gov/
Common Questions About Acetazolamide
Does Medicare cover Acetazolamide?
Yes, Acetazolamide is covered by Medicare.
How much does Acetazolamide cost?
In 2021, the average cost per dose of Acetazolamide was $1.09.
What is the average dose received by Medicare beneficiaries per year of Acetazolamide?
The average dose of Acetazolamide received per year is 14,818,633 units
How many Medicare beneficiaries received Acetazolamide?
76,184 Medicare beneficiaries received Acetazolamide in 2021, which was a 0.15% from 2020
How many Acetazolamide claims were made in last year loaded?
There were 208,405 claims made by Medicare beneficiaries, which is a 0.04% from 2020
What was the average Medicare spending amount for Acetazolamide?
The average spending amount per claim in 2021 was $79.65
What was the average Medicare spending per beneficiary for Acetazolamide in 2021?
The average Medicare spending per beneficiary amount for Acetazolamide was $217.89
Who is the most expensive manufacturer of Acetazolamide?
The most expensive manufacturer of Acetazolamide is AHP
Who is the least expensive manufacturer of Acetazolamide?
Trupharma, LLC. is the least expensive manufacturer with an Average Spending Per Dosage Unit of $0.79
Which manufacturer received the most from Medicare for Acetazolamide?
Strides Pharma received $4,820,758.76
What is total Medicare spending for Acetazolamide?
The total amount spent on Acetazolamide by Medicare is $16,599,672.83
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