September 2018 PMID 30271626

Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues.

Dzintars Gotham, Melissa J Barber, Andrew Hill

Mentions

179
Peak: 4 in Nov 2020
across 6 sources since Mar 2019

Extended reach

46,659
potential audience

Total likes

98

Video views

2,121

Mentions per month

Mar 2019 – Mar 2025

Where it's discussed

  • News131 articles
  • Reddit16 posts
  • Blogs15 articles
  • X / Twitter12 posts
  • Facebook3 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The social discussions demonstrate a strong interest in the economics of insulin, with examples like posts highlighting the production cost ranges of $2-6 and emphasizing that current prices are significantly higher, which underscores the topic's relevance. While some posts share facts and research references, the tone and language convey a focus on informing and raising awareness, contributing to a moderate but genuine perception of impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions reflect support or acknowledgment of the research findings, emphasizing that insulin costs are high and that biosimilars could lower prices.

InterestHigh interest

Overall, the discussions show a strong curiosity about insulin production costs and potential prices, with many posts sharing insights and engaging with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts quote or paraphrase the research, indicating moderate depth of engagement, especially through multiple references and related hashtags.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts suggest an awareness that reducing insulin costs could have meaningful effects on access and affordability, thus recognizing the topic's significance.

Abstract in brief

  • The high cost of insulin limits access for many people with diabetes, especially as insulin analogues replace human insulin, making market prices increasingly important.
  • The study estimates potential biosimilar insulin prices by analyzing manufacturing costs, API prices, and regulatory expenses, suggesting biosimilar RHI and NPH could cost around $72 per year per patient, while analogues could cost about $133.
  • These lower biosimilar prices could lead to significant global savings and improved treatment access if more manufacturers enter the market, addressing the current dominance of few companies controlling 96% of insulin sales.]

Top posts

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@Comrade_Prime · X

@Empressmish13 @TheTrueEnrique @Fofine @thehill @HHSGov @SecAzar References: Gotham, D., Barber, M. J., & Hill, A. (2018). Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues. BMJ Global Health, 3(5). doi: 10.1136/bmjgh-2018-000850

Apr 8, 2020 · 15 likes · 3,479 followers View post →
James Elliott
@Jandelliott · X

Good morning! Insulin costs $3-6 dollars to make but it is sold for hundreds! Have a nice day https://t.co/wG6f5yRV7g #insulin4all

Nov 5, 2020 · 9 likes · 5 shares · 6,740 followers View post →
Slim Slama
@docfromtheblock · X

Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues: https://t.co/jZibAL2gFw #DMinCrisis #NCDs @Jandelliott

Apr 4, 2019 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 1,983 followers View post →
Your Average Primate
@YourAvgPrimate · X

How much does insulin cost to make? Research notes that one vial of insulin costs around $2 to just over $6 to produce depending on the specific type. Gotham D, Barber MJ, Hill A. Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues.

Aug 7, 2022 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 4,968 followers View post →
Laura Marston
@Kidfears99 · X

@wmtaggart4 Yep. Around $5 a vial. https://t.co/s0Wa99jL5X

Jan 21, 2024 · 3 likes · 12,742 followers View post →
ONEVOICE
@DMCREDI · X

RT @YourAvgPrimate: How much does insulin cost to make? Research notes that one vial of insulin costs around $2 to just over $6 to produce…

Aug 7, 2022 · 2 shares · 5,171 followers View post →

All mentions

Laura Marston
@Kidfears99 · X

@wmtaggart4 Yep. Around $5 a vial. https://t.co/s0Wa99jL5X

Jan 21, 2024 · 3 likes · 12,742 followers View post →
G. Singleton
@networkminded · X

RT @YourAvgPrimate: How much does insulin cost to make? Research notes that one vial of insulin costs around $2 to just over $6 to produce…

Aug 7, 2022 · 2 shares · 2,071 followers View post →
ONEVOICE
@DMCREDI · X

RT @YourAvgPrimate: How much does insulin cost to make? Research notes that one vial of insulin costs around $2 to just over $6 to produce…

Aug 7, 2022 · 2 shares · 5,171 followers View post →
Your Average Primate
@YourAvgPrimate · X

How much does insulin cost to make? Research notes that one vial of insulin costs around $2 to just over $6 to produce depending on the specific type. Gotham D, Barber MJ, Hill A. Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues.

Aug 7, 2022 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 4,968 followers View post →
jpnairn
@jpnairn · X

RT @Jandelliott: Good morning! Insulin costs $3-6 dollars to make but it is sold for hundreds! Have a nice day https://t.co/wG6f5yRV7g #ins…

Nov 6, 2020 · 5 shares · 2,635 followers View post →
Georgia #insulin4all
@GAinsulin4all · X

RT @Jandelliott: Good morning! Insulin costs $3-6 dollars to make but it is sold for hundreds! Have a nice day https://t.co/wG6f5yRV7g #ins…

Nov 5, 2020 · 5 shares · 289 followers View post →
Anthony Di Franco
@dfko_0 · X

RT @Jandelliott: Good morning! Insulin costs $3-6 dollars to make but it is sold for hundreds! Have a nice day https://t.co/wG6f5yRV7g #ins…

Nov 5, 2020 · 5 shares · 821 followers View post →
James Elliott
@Jandelliott · X

Good morning! Insulin costs $3-6 dollars to make but it is sold for hundreds! Have a nice day https://t.co/wG6f5yRV7g #insulin4all

Nov 5, 2020 · 9 likes · 5 shares · 6,740 followers View post →
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@Comrade_Prime · X

@Empressmish13 @TheTrueEnrique @Fofine @thehill @HHSGov @SecAzar References: Gotham, D., Barber, M. J., & Hill, A. (2018). Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues. BMJ Global Health, 3(5). doi: 10.1136/bmjgh-2018-000850

Apr 8, 2020 · 15 likes · 3,479 followers View post →
Besançon Stéphane
@StephBesancon · X

RT @docfromtheblock: Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues: https://t.co/jZibAL2gFw…

Apr 4, 2019 · 2 shares · 2,978 followers View post →
Slim Slama
@docfromtheblock · X

Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues: https://t.co/jZibAL2gFw #DMinCrisis #NCDs @Jandelliott

Apr 4, 2019 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 1,983 followers View post →
Tempest
@BleedingLeafTea · X

Production costs and potential prices for biosimilars of human insulin and insulin analogues https://t.co/c4z8LizSdu

Mar 10, 2019 · 602 followers View post →