VTAMA
Generic: tapinarof
- Manufacturer
- Dermavant
- NDC
- 81672-5051
- RxCUI
- 2602301
- Route
- TOPICAL
- ICD-10 indication
- L40.0
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About VTAMA
What is this medication? VTAMA is a prescription strength topical cream primarily used for the treatment of plaque psoriasis in adults. It is a non-steroidal medication, which means it provides an alternative to traditional steroid creams that are often used for inflammatory skin conditions. This treatment is formulated as a one percent cream that patients apply directly to the affected areas of their skin to help manage common symptoms such as redness, scaling, and thickening of the skin.
The active ingredient in this medication is tapinarof, which works as an aryl hydrocarbon receptor agonist to help regulate the immune response and improve the skin barrier. Unlike many other topical treatments that require multiple applications throughout the day, VTAMA is typically applied only once daily. Clinical studies have shown that it can provide significant skin clearing and may offer sustained results for some patients even after they stop using the medication.
Copay & patient assistance
Detailed copay and financial assistance information is not publicly available for this medication at this time. Please consult your pharmacist or the manufacturer's official patient support program for more details.
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Prescribing information
From the FDA-approved label for VTAMA. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective May 28, 2025
Indications and usage
Dosage and administration
Contraindications
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 VTAMA appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).
Covered by plans
2%
131 of 5,509 plans
Most common tier
Tier 5
On 40% of covering formularies
Prior authorization required
40%
of covering formularies
| Tier | Formularies on this tier | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 2 (generic) | 1 | 20% |
| Tier 4 (non-preferred brand) | 2 | 40% |
| Tier 5 (specialty) | 2 | 40% |
Step therapy: 40% of formularies
Quantity limits: 40% of formularies
Coverage breadth: 5 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 | — | — | — |
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How this page is sourced
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- Label text (when shown) originates from NLM DailyMed.
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