Cystic Fibrosis Medications

Key takeaways

Medications for cystic fibrosis are used to treat lung infections, improve lung function, and manage digestive issues. They work in various ways, including thinning mucus, preventing mucus buildup, and fighting infections. Common classes include antibiotics like inhaled tobramycin (Bethkis, Tobi), mucolytics such as inhaled dornase alfa (Pulmozyme), and cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators such as oral Kalydeco (ivacaftor), and Trikafta (elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor). These treatments offer different ways to help manage your cystic fibrosis symptoms effectively.

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Bethkis (tobramycin)

as low as$9

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Bethkis (tobramycin) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is used to treat or prevent certain kinds of bacterial infections in the lungs. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. There is currently no generic alternative for Bethkis. It may be covered by Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

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Tobi (tobramycin)

as low as$9

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TOBRAMYCIN treats infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by viruses.

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acetylcysteine

as low as$76

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ACETYLCYSTEINE is used after an acetaminophen overdose to prevent liver damage.\n \nThis medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

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Bronchitol

as low as$3,504

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MANNITOL treats cystic fibrosis (CF). It works by thinning mucus, making it easier to clear from the lungs. This prevents the buildup of mucus, which improves breathing and reduces the risk of infection.

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Pulmozyme

as low as$3,854

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DORNASE ALFA treats cystic fibrosis (CF). It works by thinning mucus, making it easier to clear from the lungs. This prevents the buildup of mucus, which improves breathing and reduces the risk of infection.

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Tobi PoDHAler

as low as$10,915

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Tobi Podhaler is part of the Aminoglycoside Antibiotics class and treats Cystic Fibrosis. Aminoglycoside antibiotics are used to treat eye infections, conjunctivitis, cystic fibrosis, bacterial infections, hepatic encephalopathy, and skin infections. They work by eliminating and preventing the multiplying of the bacteria that causes the infection. Tobi Podhaler is only available as a brand name drug.

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Alyftrek

as low as$27,173

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Alyftrek is part of the CFTR Potentiators class and treats Cystic Fibrosis. CFTR potentiators are used to treat cystic fibrosis. They work by reducing mucus in the lungs. Alyftrek is only available as a brand name drug.

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Cayston

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AZTREONAM treats infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by viruses.

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Kalydeco

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IVACAFTOR treats cystic fibrosis (CF). It works by helping your body balance the level of salt and water in your lungs. This prevents the buildup of mucus and reduces the symptoms of CF.

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Kitabis Pak

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Orkambi

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LUMACAFTOR; IVACAFTOR treats cystic fibrosis (CF). It works by helping your body balance the level of salt and water in your lungs. This prevents the buildup of mucus and reduces the symptoms of CF.

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Symdeko

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TEZACAFTOR; IVACAFTOR treats cystic fibrosis (CF). It works by helping your body balance the level of salt and water in your lungs. This prevents the buildup of mucus and reduces the symptoms of CF.

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Trikafta

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ELEXACAFTOR; TEZACAFTOR; IVACAFTOR treats cystic fibrosis (CF). It works by helping your body balance the level of salt and water in your lungs. This prevents the buildup of mucus and reduces the symptoms of CF.

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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.