Cosentyx in China: 司库奇尤单抗 (可善挺)
| US / international | China | |
|---|---|---|
| Generic name | Secukinumab | 司库奇尤单抗 (Si ku qi you dan kang) |
| Common brand | Cosentyx | 可善挺 (Keshanting) |
| Typical price | $6,000+ / month list | $150–350 / month |
| Availability | — | Available and in national reimbursement for psoriasis |
The psoriasis price gap is one of the biggest in cross-border care — US list prices exceed $25,000/year while reimbursed China pricing is a fraction of that.
Common questions
Can I buy Secukinumab in China without a local prescription?
Most prescription medications require a Chinese doctor's prescription — which is quick to obtain: a same-week outpatient visit typically costs $3–15 at an international department. Bring your existing prescription and records to speed things up.
Can I carry Secukinumab home after my trip?
Generally yes for personal use (typically up to a 90-day supply), in original packaging with documentation. Rules vary by country and by drug class — controlled substances have strict limits. Check your home customs authority before travel.
Is the Chinese version the same quality?
Originator brands sold in China come from the same global manufacturers. Domestic generics increasingly pass China's consistency-evaluation standard (bioequivalence to the originator). Ask your physician if an originator or evaluated generic is right for you.
Need Secukinumab during your China trip?
We arrange prescriptions and refills at partner hospitals — tell us your medication list and travel dates.