VOWST
Generic: fecal microbiota spores, live-brpk
- Manufacturer
- Seres Therapeutics, Inc.
- NDC
- 71881-400
- RxCUI
- 2636542
- Route
- ORAL
- ICD-10 indication
- A04.7
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About VOWST
What is this medication? VOWST is an oral prescription medication used in adults to prevent the return of Clostridioides difficile infection, which is often referred to as C. diff. It is specifically intended for patients who have already finished a round of antibiotic treatment for a recurring case of the infection. The medication is a fecal microbiota product made from live bacterial spores that are processed from human fecal matter to help re-establish a healthy environment in the intestines. By introducing these beneficial bacteria into the digestive system, the treatment helps to restore the natural balance of the gut flora that may have been destroyed by previous infections or antibiotic therapies. This restoration makes it more difficult for C. diff bacteria to grow and cause future illness. It should be understood that this medication is not meant to treat an active infection but is used as a preventative measure to reduce the risk of the condition coming back again.
Copay & patient assistance
- Patient Copay Amount: As little as $0
- Maximum Annual Benefit Limit: Not Publicly Available
- Core Eligibility Restrictions: Must be a U.S. resident; not valid for patients whose prescriptions are reimbursed by Medicare, Medicaid, or any other state or federal healthcare program; not valid where prohibited by law.
- RxBIN, PCN, and Group numbers: Not Publicly Available
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Prescribing information
From the FDA-approved label for VOWST. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Apr 23, 2026
Indications and usage
Dosage and administration
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Adverse reactions
Use in pregnancy
Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.
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Medicare Part D coverage
How VOWST appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).
Covered by plans
59%
3,256 of 5,509 plans
Most common tier
Tier 5
On 78% of covering formularies
Prior authorization required
98%
of covering formularies
| Tier | Formularies on this tier | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (preferred generic) | 59 | 18% |
| Tier 2 (generic) | 2 | 1% |
| Tier 4 (non-preferred brand) | 10 | 3% |
| Tier 5 (specialty) | 257 | 78% |
| Tier 6 | 1 | 0% |
Step therapy: 1% of formularies
Quantity limits: 63% of formularies
Coverage breadth: 329 of 65 formularies
How to read this:plans on the same formulary share tier + PA rules. Your specific plan's copay depends on (a) the tier above, (b) your plan's cost-share for that tier, (c) whether you're in the initial coverage phase or past the 2026 $2,000 out-of-pocket cap. For your exact plan, check its Summary of Benefits or log in to your Medicare.gov account. Copay cards don't apply to Medicare (federal law).
Prior authorization & coverage
| Payer | PA | Step therapy | Copay tier |
|---|---|---|---|
— Medicare Part D | Yes | — | — |
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