Darbepoetin Alfa Price in South Africa (2026)
Cheapest pack: Aranesp 100µg, 100 mcg injection, 1. Official SEP list, Oct 2026.
≈ $138What a patient pays for darbepoetin alfa in South Africa
Single Exit Price plus the maximum pharmacist dispensing fee and VAT on the fee. Medical schemes may pay part.
5 different brand names across 5 strengths are on the official list.
All 5 darbepoetin alfa products in South Africa
| Product | Strength and form | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aranesp 100µg original | 100 mcg injection | 1 | R2,295 | — |
| Aranesp 40µg original | 40 mcg injection | 1 | R918 | — |
| Aranesp 50µg original | 50 mcg injection | 1 | R1,147 | — |
| Aranesp 80µg original | 80 mcg injection | 1 | R1,836 | — |
| ARANESP 500 µg original | 500 µg/0,4ml pre-filled syringe | 1 | R11,473 | — |
How SEPs work in South Africa
Prices on this page are the Single Exit Price: the one legal price at which the manufacturer may sell the pack in South Africa, including VAT and a logistics fee. Pharmacies and dispensing doctors add a regulated dispensing fee plus VAT on top. For cheap medicines this fee is a large share of what you pay, and can be more than the medicine itself, so the counter price can be much higher than the SEP. Medical schemes may pay all or part of it.
Every strength and form of darbepoetin alfa in South Africa
| Strength and form | Products | Cheapest pack | Cheapest per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mcg injection | 1 | R2,295 | — |
| 40 mcg injection | 1 | R918 | — |
| 50 mcg injection | 1 | R1,147 | — |
| 80 mcg injection | 1 | R1,836 | — |
| 500 mcg injection | 1 | R11,473 | — |
Different strengths and forms (for example slow-release or dissolving tablets) are not interchangeable without your doctor's advice.
Brands of darbepoetin alfa in South Africa
1 brand name of darbepoetin alfa is on the official list in South Africa. Each brand page shows every pack and the cheapest alternative with the same strength.
Darbepoetin Alfa manufacturers in South Africa
The official list names 1 manufacturer for darbepoetin alfa in South Africa: Amgen South Africa (Pty) Ltd.
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Sources
- National Department of Health, South Africa. Database of Medicine Prices (Single Exit Price), effective 1 October 2026. www.health.gov.za/nhi-pee/. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- National Department of Health, South Africa. Dispensing fee for pharmacists (Notice 5364, Government Gazette 51352, 4 October 2024): maximum fee by SEP band, excluding VAT. archive.gazettes.africa/archive/za/2024/za-government-gazette-dated-20. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- European Central Bank. Euro foreign exchange reference rates (2026-10-23). www.ecb.europa.eu/stats/eurofxref/eurofxref-daily.xml. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
Important: These are published reference prices and estimates, not a quote, and not medical advice. Actual costs depend on the hospital, your health, the exact treatment and your insurance. Always confirm the price with the provider before treatment. Read our disclaimer · Report an error