Inlyta and cost

Inlyta cost

As with all medications, the cost of Inlyta can vary. Factors that may affect the price you’ll pay include:

• your treatment plan
• your insurance coverage
• the pharmacy you use
• whether Inlyta has a savings program (see the “Financial and insurance assistance” section below)

To find out what the cost of Inlyta will be for you, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or look below in the next section to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.

Inlyta coupons and savings

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Brand-name vs. generic drugs

Inlyta is only available as a brand-name drug. It doesn’t come in a generic version. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication.

Generics tend to cost less than brand-name drugs.

WHY ARE COSTS DIFFERENT FOR BRAND-NAME DRUGS VS. GENERIC DRUGS?

Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the research needed to test their safety and effectiveness. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell it for up to 20 years. When the brand-name drug’s patent expires, multiple manufacturers can create generic versions. This marketplace competition may lead to lower costs for generics. Also, because generics contain the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t require the same costly testing.

Ways to reduce long-term drug costs

If you take Inlyta long term, you may be able to lower its cost in the following ways.

Getting a 3-month supply

You may be able to get a 90-day supply of Inlyta. If approved by your insurance company, getting a 90-day supply of the drug could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost. If you’re interested in this option, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

Using a mail-order pharmacy

Inlyta may be available through a mail-order pharmacy. Using this type of service may help lower the drug’s cost and allow you to receive your medication without leaving home. Some Medicare plans may help cover the cost of mail-order medications. You may also be able to get a 90-day supply of the drug via 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.

Financial and insurance assistance

If you need financial support to pay for Inlyta, or if you need help understanding your insurance coverage, help is available. For example:

• A copay savings card called Pfizer Oncology Together is available for Inlyta. For more information and to find out whether you’re eligible for support, call 877-744-5675 or visit the program website.
• Some websites provide details about drug assistance programs, ways to make the most of your insurance coverage, and links to savings cards and other services. Two such websites are:
  • Medicine Assistance Tool
  • NeedyMeds

To learn more about saving money on prescriptions with or without insurance, check out this article.

Common questions about cost and Inlyta

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about drug cost and Inlyta.

Is the Inlyta 5-mg tablet more expensive than the Inlyta 1-mg tablet?

The price of the Inlyta 5-milligram (mg) tablet may be higher than the price of the Inlyta 1-mg tablet. This increase could be because a 5-mg tablet contains more medication than a 1-mg tablet. However, many factors determine the price of a drug, including your pharmacy, insurance, and treatment plan.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to help determine the cost of Inlyta for you.

What’s the cost of Inlyta without insurance?

The price you’ll pay for Inlyta if you don’t have insurance can vary based on many factors. But usually, the cost is higher if you don’t have insurance.

Many factors that could affect what you pay for this drug include:

• the quantity you’re prescribed (such as a 90-day or 30-day supply)
• whether you apply and qualify for any available savings programs
• your dosage
• the pharmacy you use

To learn the exact cost you’d pay for this medication without insurance, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You may also want to contact several pharmacies to compare their prices for Inlyta.

Check out Optum Perks* for estimates of Inlyta’s price when using coupons from the site. (Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with insurance benefits or copays.)

* Optum Perks is a sister site of Medical News Today.

Insurance considerations

Below is information you may want to consider if you have insurance and receive Inlyta.

If you have insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers Inlyta. This means the company and your doctor will discuss Inlyta in regard to your treatment. The insurance company will then determine whether the medication is covered.

If a drug requires prior authorization but you start treatment without the prior approval, you could pay the full cost of the medication. You can ask your insurance company whether Inlyta requires prior authorization.

If you have questions about this process, contact your doctor or your insurance provider.

Disclaimer: Medical News Today has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.