Wegovy's price varies by pharmacy in Korea
By Jung, Heung-Jun | translator Alice Kang
24.10.17 05:05:04
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Comparison of non-reimbursement drug prices at non-face-to-face medical treatment platforms… most pharmacies set the price over KRW 500,000
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The price of Wegovy, which has been attracting much attention since its launch in Korea, has been found to vary greatly, ranging from KRW 420,000 to KRW 800,000.
Some pharmacists who have not yet decided on the selling price are referring to the prices of in-house prescriptions at hospitals and local pharmacies.
The prices of Wegovy at pharmacies listed on some non-face-to-face treatment platforms this morning (16th) varied widely. The platforms disclose the prices of non-reimbursed drugs set by pharmacies, such as those for diet and hair loss, so viewers can check the prices of not only Wegovy but also Saxenda.
▲Even pharmacies in the same district had large price differences, as identified through non-face-to-face treatment platforms
While the price of Saxenda is somewhat established,
Jung, Heung-Jun(jhj@dailypharm.com)
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