Toripalimab (brand name: Tuoyi) is a prescription drug, and its purchase and use must strictly comply with medical regulations. A summary of relevant information is as follows:
Purchase Methods
A valid doctor’s prescription is mandatory:
Toripalimab is a strictly regulated prescription drug, and a valid prescription issued by a doctor from a formal medical institution is required for all purchase channels.
Main Purchase Channels
Hospital Pharmacy
The most direct way is to purchase the drug with a prescription from the oncology department or designated pharmacy of the treating hospital.
Dual-Channel Pharmacies
To guarantee medication access for patients covered by medical insurance, the state implements a “Dual-Channel” management mechanism. You can buy the drug at designated retail pharmacies under the Dual-Channel policy specified by the local medical insurance department, which are normally equipped with professional drug storage and distribution capacities.
Large-scale chain specialty pharmacies
Offline stores of some national chain pharmacies (such as Baoji New Special Pharmacy) also supply this drug, but a prescription is still required.
Certified online pharmacies
Some online pharmacies approved by drug regulatory authorities (such as Yiyao Online Pharmacy) provide online consultation and purchase services, yet the drug will ultimately be delivered or collected offline with a valid prescription.
Important Tips
Beware of false information: There is fake drug information with similar names online (e.g., “Relalimab”). Please confirm the generic name Toripalimab or brand name Tuoyi, and only choose formal channels.
Price varies by individual circumstances: Drug prices are affected by specifications, procurement channels, regional policies and medical insurance reimbursement.
Since January 1, 2026, the new indication of toripalimab for the first-line treatment of unresectable or metastatic melanoma has been included in the National Medical Insurance Catalog, and all other indications have also been covered by medical insurance. The specific price per vial shall be consulted with the purchase channel, and the out-of-pocket cost will be greatly reduced after reimbursement.
Professional guidance: Before using the drug, be sure to consult a professional doctor or pharmacist to learn about its indications, usage and dosage, possible immune-related adverse reactions and precautions.
