ivacaftor

Frequently asked questions

What does Ivacaftor treat?

Ivacaftor (Ivacaftor) may be used to treat cystic fibrosis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How is Ivacaftor rated?

pharmaranks gives Ivacaftor a composite score of 3.2 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

Is there a coupon or discount for Ivacaftor?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Ivacaftor. To pay less, Ivacaftor is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Ivacaftor?

Ivacaftor is marketed by Lupin. You can see Lupin's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Ivacaftor a brand-name or generic drug?

Ivacaftor is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Ivacaftor. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.

Is Ivacaftor available over the counter?

No. Ivacaftor is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Ivacaftor come in?

Ivacaftor is currently marketed as powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Ivacaftor?

Ivacaftor is classified as cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator potentiator, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Ivacaftor FDA-registered?

Ivacaftor is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA216074. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Ivacaftor been recalled by the FDA?

Ivacaftor has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Ivacaftor safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Ivacaftor a recall-safety score of 64/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.