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TrumpRx.gov Launches With 43 Discounted Brand‑Name Drugs as Cash‑Price Portal Faces Questions

Independent reviews indicate many listings are pricier than generics, making the tool most useful for uninsured or self‑pay patients.

Overview

  • The federal site lists 43 medicines, displays out‑of‑pocket cash prices, routes buyers to manufacturer programs or coupons, and does not take insurance.
  • STAT’s analysis found at least 18 brand drugs on TrumpRx have cheaper generic equivalents or lower cash prices through services like GoodRx and Cost Plus Drugs.
  • The lineup leans toward high‑cost categories such as GLP‑1 diabetes and weight‑loss therapies and migraine treatments, while some staples like insulin lispro are posted at $25.
  • Manufacturers participating at launch include AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly, EMD Serono, Novo Nordisk and Pfizer, with Pfizer saying average discounts are around 50% and can reach 85% on some products.
  • Health policy experts caution that insured patients may not benefit because TrumpRx purchases often do not count toward deductibles, so careful price comparison remains essential.