What is the cost of a flibanserin (Addyi) tablet?

Cost of Flibanserin (Addyi)

The provided evidence does not contain specific pricing information for flibanserin tablets. Based on the available evidence, I cannot provide definitive cost data for flibanserin, as none of the guideline documents or research studies included in this review contain pricing information for this medication. 1, 2, 3, 4

What We Know About Flibanserin

Flibanserin (Addyi) is FDA-approved for the treatment of acquired, generalized hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal women. 1, 2

Standard Dosing

• The approved dose is 100 mg once daily at bedtime 1
• This is a chronic treatment requiring ongoing daily administration 1

Clinical Context

• Flibanserin works as a 5-HT1A agonist and 5-HT2A antagonist, correcting neurotransmitter imbalances that affect sexual desire 3
• In pooled analysis of 2,465 premenopausal women, flibanserin demonstrated statistically significant improvements in satisfying sexual events, sexual desire scores, and reduction in sexual distress compared to placebo 1

Cost Considerations in Practice

For accurate pricing information, you should:

• Contact local pharmacies directly for current retail pricing
• Check with the patient's insurance formulary for coverage and copay information
• Investigate manufacturer patient assistance programs through the Addyi website
• Consider that as a brand-name medication without generic alternatives, flibanserin typically represents a significant monthly cost 2

Common Pitfalls

• The medication requires daily administration (not as-needed), so monthly costs reflect 30 tablets 1
• Insurance coverage varies widely, and many plans may not cover this medication or may require prior authorization 2