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Acthar Gel

Acthar Gel Dosage

Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCPAllison Gourley, PharmD
Reviewed by Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP, Allison Gourley, PharmD
Last reviewed on August 5, 2024

The average cost for 2 cartons of 4 prefilled selfject injectors of 80 units/ml of Acthar Gel is $79,745.38 with a free GoodRx coupon.

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Dosage

Quantity

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Price per unit

5ml of 80 units/ml

2 vials

$99,680.48

$49,840.24

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Price as low as

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4 prefilled selfject injectors of 40 units/0.5ml

2 cartons

$39,879.07

$19,939.54

4 prefilled selfject injectors of 80 units/ml

2 cartons

$79,745.38

$39,872.69

Typical dosage for Acthar Gel

In general, your dose depends on what condition you’re using Acthar Gel for and how severe it is.

  • Infantile spasms (ages 2 years and under): Your child's pediatrician will calculate the dose based on body surface area (BSA), which takes into account your child's weight and height. The typical dose is 75 units/m2 injected into your child's muscle twice daily for 2 weeks.
  • Multiple sclerosis: Your prescriber will determine your dose based on your symptoms. The typical dose ranges from 80-120 units injected into the muscle or under your skin, once daily for 2-3 weeks.
  • Other conditions: Your prescriber will determine your dose based on your symptoms. The typical dose ranges from 40-80 units injected into the muscle or under your skin every 1 to 3 days.

After your treatment is over, your prescriber might have you slowly lower your dose over the course of a few days before stopping completely to avoid withdrawal symptoms.

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