Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Drug Prices & Savings

PBC is a chronic autoimmune liver disease slowly destroying the small bile ducts. Early treatment with ursodiol or newer FXR agonists preserves liver function.

Primary Biliary Cholangitis Medications & Prices

Compare retail costs, GoodRx prices, and manufacturer patient assistance programs (PAP) for primary biliary cholangitis drugs.

Ursodiol UDCA

Generic: ursodeoxycholic acid

Bile Acid First-Line
Retail Price
$70/mo
GoodRx Price
$25/mo
Cost Plus Drugs
$18/mo
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Prices are approximate retail estimates. Actual costs vary by pharmacy, location, and insurance. Always verify with your pharmacist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Primary Biliary Cholangitis medications, costs, and savings programs.

What is primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)?
PBC is a chronic autoimmune liver disease where the immune system attacks small bile ducts inside the liver. Bile builds up causing fibrosis and cirrhosis over time. PBC predominantly affects middle-aged women.
Is ursodiol (UDCA) affordable?
Yes. Ursodiol is the affordable first-line PBC treatment — typically $25-70/month at retail, and under $20 with GoodRx or at Cost Plus Drugs.
Does Intercept have a patient assistance program for Ocaliva?
Yes. Intercept's POINT program provides copay assistance for commercially insured patients and free drug for uninsured PBC patients. Visit intercept.com/point or call 1-844-INTERCEPT.
What happens if PBC progresses to cirrhosis?
Advanced PBC with cirrhosis may require liver transplantation, which is highly effective — 10-year survival post-transplant exceeds 70%.
Are there new PBC drugs approved recently?
Yes. Livdelzi (seladelpar) received FDA approval in late 2023 for PBC patients with inadequate UDCA response, joining Ocaliva as a second-line option.

Newly Diagnosed with Primary Biliary Cholangitis?

A quick-start guide to understanding your diagnosis and managing medication costs.

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Understand Your Treatment

Ask your doctor about first-line vs. specialty medications, expected timeline, and monitoring requirements. Write down all questions before appointments.

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Before filling any prescription, ask your pharmacist about manufacturer copay cards, PAP programs, and GoodRx pricing. Many specialty drugs are free or near-free for qualifying patients.

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See a Specialist

For complex conditions, a specialist (rheumatologist, neurologist, pulmonologist, etc.) provides access to newer therapies and clinical trials unavailable at the primary care level.

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