EpiPen manufacturer will release generic to help make lifesaving allergy drug more affordable
The manufacturer of the lifesaving allergy drug EpiPen said Monday that it will release a generic version of the medicine for a list price of $300 for two, following widespread criticism after the company, Mylan, dramatically increased the price from $100 for two to as much as $700 since 2007.
The generic form of the drug will be available in both 0.15 and 0.30 mg in strength.
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