Don’t let the high cost of brand C. difficile infection therapy disrupt your treatment. We help eligible patients access Dificid (fidaxomicin tablets) for as little as $69.95 per month through the manufacturer’s Patient Assistance Program.
Dificid PAP for CDI patients.
Eligibility, ID/GI coordination.
AffordMyPrescriptions eliminates that burden. $69.95/month advocacy.
| Pharmacy(With Coupon) | PrIce (30-Day)* | You Save W/ Us |
|---|---|---|
| Walgreens (brand) | ~$4,800/course | Save substantially |
| CVS Pharmacy (brand) | ~$5,000/course | Save substantially |
| Walmart (brand) | ~$3,700/course | Save substantially |
| Costco (brand) | ~$3,600/course | Save substantially |
Generic fidaxomicin | ~$1,200/course | Generic — lower |
*Just a heads-up — retail prices are estimates based on public data and vary by pharmacy. AffordMyPrescriptions Advocacy Service bypasses this by using drug manufacturer programs to secure your medication directly at no cost or retail price.
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Generic fidaxomicin substantially cheaper. Oral vancomycin much cheaper but higher recurrence.
Complete a simple eligibility form so our team can determine if you may qualify for medication assistance programs.
Our specialists help gather documentation, complete applications, and coordinate with program providers.
Once approved, you may receive your medication through the assistance program while we help manage ongoing paperwork and renewals.
Many patients try discount cards first. Here’s why the Patient Assistance Program through AffordMyPrescriptions is the better long-term solution for Dificid Tablets:
Still $3,500–$5,000/course per month even with the best discount
Eligibility is generally determined by annual household income and insurance status. Most programs follow guidelines that include limits of up to $40,000 for individuals, $60,000 for couples, and $100,000 for larger families. Because requirements vary by program and household, we encourage you to contact AffordMyPrescriptions directly so we can review your specific situation and determine if you qualify for Dificid Tablets assistance.
Not sure if you qualify? Our pre-qualification check is completely free. If we can’t help, you won’t be charged.
Dificid (fidaxomicin) is narrow-spectrum macrocyclic antibiotic targeting C. difficile while preserving normal gut microbiome. First-line CDI treatment per IDSA/SHEA 2021 guidelines — reduces recurrence vs oral vancomycin.
How Dificid Tablets Works
C. difficile causes pseudomembranous colitis through toxin production. Conventional CDI treatments (vancomycin, metronidazole) destroy gut microbiome — high recurrence rates.
Fidaxomicin is bactericidal against C. difficile, inhibits RNA polymerase. Narrow spectrum spares normal anaerobic flora — preserves microbiome diversity, reduces recurrence. Cure rates similar to vancomycin; recurrence 15% vs 25% with vancomycin.
Form and use:
Dificid tablets 200 mg BID for 10 days. Or 200 mg daily for 11 days alternating with no dose (extended pulsed regimen) for recurrent disease — Dificid EPR.
Generic availability:
Dificid tablets 200 mg BID for 10 days. Or 200 mg daily for 11 days alternating with no dose (extended pulsed regimen) for recurrent disease — Dificid EPR.
Warnings:
Hypersensitivity reactions. Limited systemic absorption — minimal systemic effects.
Brand $3,500–$5,000/course. Generic fidaxomicin ~$1,200. Oral vancomycin ~$200.
Fidaxomicin: cure similar, recurrence ~10% lower than vancomycin. IDSA/SHEA 2021 guidelines list fidaxomicin as first-line. Oral vancomycin still acceptable, much cheaper.
IDSA/SHEA 2021 guidelines removed metronidazole as first-line CDI due to higher failure rates. Reserved for limited situations (severe colitis with ileus combined with oral vanc, mild disease and other agents unavailable).
CDI recurrence common (~25% with vancomycin, ~15% with fidaxomicin). Bezlotoxumab adjunct can reduce recurrence. Fecal microbiota transplant for multiple recurrences.
Generic fidaxomicin, oral vancomycin (much cheaper).
Generic fidaxomicin or oral vancomycin much cheaper than brand Dificid. Check eligibility today.
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Our specialist will contact you for a quick welcome call.
Our team handles everything, so you can focus on your health.