Ubrelvy (ubrogepant) is a prescription drug used to treat migraine. Ubrelvy’s cost may depend on factors such as your dosage, whether you have health insurance, and the pharmacy you use.
The price you pay for Ubrelvy can vary. Your cost may depend on your treatment plan, your insurance coverage (if you have it), and the pharmacy you use. To find out how much you’ll pay for Ubrelvy, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or keep reading to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.
A copay savings card program is available for Ubrelvy. You may be eligible for the copay card if you have commercial insurance. You can learn more and sign up on Ubrelvy’s website or by calling 844-577-6239.
If you need help covering the cost of Ubrelvy or understanding your insurance, check out these websites:
On these sites, you can find insurance information, details on copay assistance programs, and links to savings cards and other services.
You can also visit Optum Perks to get price estimates for Ubrelvy when you use coupons from the site. (Optum Perks is a sister site of Healthline.) It’s important to note that Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.
If you have questions about how to pay for your prescription, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
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Below are answers to some common questions about Ubrelvy and cost.
How does the cost of Ubrelvy without insurance compare with the cost with insurance (including Medicare)?
The cost of Ubrelvy with no insurance is usually higher than the cost with insurance and can be affected by factors including:
- which pharmacy you use
- your treatment plan
- where you live
The cost of Ubrelvy that is covered by insurance, including Medicare, can also be affected by factors such as:
- your days’ supply of medication (30 days versus 90 days)
- which pharmacy you use
- the type of medication coverage you have from insurance or Medicare
To find out what you’ll pay for Ubrelvy, talk with your doctor or insurance provider.
Does the price of Ubrelvy depend on the tablet strength (50 mg or 100 mg)?
It’s possible. If you have an insurance plan with a flat-rate copay structure, your copay should be the same for either the 50-milligram (mg) or 100-mg strength. If your insurance plan has a different copay structure, or if you don’t have insurance, the strength may affect the price.
Ubrelvy comes only as a brand-name drug. It’s not currently available as a generic. A generic medication contains an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication but tends to cost less.
Why is there such a difference in the cost of brand-name drugs vs. generic drugs?Years of research and testing are needed to ensure that brand-name drugs are safe and effective. This testing can make the drugs expensive. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell the drug for up to 20 years. After that, other drug makers can create generic versions. This competition in the market can lead to lower costs for generics. And because generics have the same ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t need to be studied again. This can also lead to lower generic costs.
If you take Ubrelvy long term, you may be able to lower your costs in the following ways:
- Look into getting a 90-day supply of your medication: You may be able to get a 90-day supply of Ubrelvy if approved by your insurance company. This could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost of the drug. If you’re interested in getting a 90-day supply of Ubrelvy, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
- Use a mail-order pharmacy to get your medication: Using a mail-order pharmacy might help lower your cost for Ubrelvy. Plus, you could get your medication without leaving home. Some Medicare plans may help cover the cost of mail-order drugs. You may also be able to get a 90-day supply of the drug through mail order. If you don’t have health insurance, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They may be able to suggest online pharmacy options that could work for you.
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