Subject: Specialty Quantity Limit Inbrija 2864-H P2022

Drug

INBRIJA  (levodopa inhalation powder)

Policy:

      I.  PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

           The standard limit is designed to allow a quantity sufficient for
           the most common uses of the medication. The recommended
           dosing parameters for the intermittent treatment of “off”
           episodes in patients with Parkinson’s disease fall within the
           standard limits. Coverage of an additional quantity may be
           reviewed on a case-by-case basis upon request.

 
     II.  COVERED QUANTITIES

Medication	Standard Limit	FDA-recommended dosing
Inbrija 42 mg (for oral   inhalation)   60-capsule carton	5 cartons per 30 days	Inhale the contents of two   capsules as needed for off   symptoms, up to 5 times daily.    Maximum daily dosage is 420 mg.
Inbrija 42 mg (for oral   inhalation) 92-capsule   carton	4 cartons per 30 days

 

 

Place of Service:

Outpatient

The above policy is based on the following references:

1. Inbrija [package insert]. Ardsley, NY: Acorda Therapeutics, Inc.; June 2022.

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March 28, 2023