Teva Launches Generic EpiPen At Same Price As Mylan's Generic

Teva's epinephrine will be the first alternative to branded and authorized generics made by Mylan, but the wholesale acquisition cost of $300 for a two-pack won't be lower.

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Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. is launching the first alternative version of the emergency allergy medicine EpiPen (epinephrine) outside of Mylan's brand and authorized generics, but the cost will be the same. The wholesale acquisition cost of Teva's generic is $300 for a two-pack, the same WAC as Mylan's authorized generic.

It looks like it might take more competition on the market to lower the price, or perhaps competitive rebating, though...

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