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Key takeaways
Januvia is a brand-name prescription drug that treats Type 2 diabetes.
Januvia costs about $700 for a 30-day supply, but the generic version costs about half the amount.
Most insurance providers cover Januvia or its generic version, but there may be restrictions.
Januvia (sitagliptin) is a brand-name prescription drug that lowers blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes. Januvia is a premium-priced, brand-name medication, but there is a lower-priced generic version. Without insurance coverage, the full retail price of brand-name Januvia is approximately $700 per month.
How much does Januvia cost without insurance?
The cash price for a 30-day supply of Januvia averages $721, but Januvia prices vary by pharmacy and location. Because Type 2 diabetes is a long-term, if not lifelong, medical condition, uninsured patients can expect to pay more than $9,000 a year for Januvia treatment.
To lower the cost, ask the prescriber about generic sitagliptin. There are also other antidiabetic drugs in the same class as Januvia called dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors (DPP-4 inhibitors) or “gliptins.” The generic versions cost less than Januvia. These include Onglyza (saxagliptin), Tradjenta (linagliptin), and generic alogliptin, the lowest-priced DPP-4 inhibitor.
If switching to a generic gliptin still presents financial challenges, individuals without insurance can obtain medical advice from their prescriber about substituting other FDA-approved antidiabetic medications. These include metformin, sulfonylureas, meglitinides, alpha-glucosidase inhibitors, and bile acid sequestrants. Keep in mind, however, these drugs work very differently from gliptins and may not be suitable replacements.
There are no effective or safe over-the-counter medications or supplements that can substitute for prescription antidiabetic treatments.
The most affordable option may be to rely on SingleCare to significantly discount the price of either brand-name Januvia or its generic equivalent.
How much does generic Januvia cost?
Generic sitagliptin costs about 50% less than brand-name Januvia. Other generic DPP-4 inhibitors, alogliptin and saxagliptin, also sell for about 50% of the price of brand-name Januvia. All these generic drugs cost much less when purchased with a free coupon from SingleCare.
Januvia price compared to other drugs |
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| Drug Name | Price without insurance for brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Januvia (sitagliptin) | $721 for
30, 100 mg tablets |
$286 for
30, 100 mg tablets of brand-name Januvia at Kroger |
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| Generic Januvia (sitagliptin) | $175 for
14, 100 mg tablets |
$102 for
30, 100 mg tablets at CVS |
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| Alogliptin | $152 for
14, 25 mg tablets of generic alogliptin |
$80 for
14, 25 mg tablets at Walgreens |
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| Onglyza (saxagliptin) | $605 for
30, 5 mg tablets |
$74 for
30, 5 mg tablets at Walmart |
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| Tradjenta (linagliptin) | $718 per 30, 5 mg tablets | $516 per 30, 5 mg tablets of brand-name Tradjenta at Kroger | See latest prices |
Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of 11/11/25. The listed price without insurance references the price of brand-name drugs (unless otherwise specified). The listed SingleCare price references the price of generic drugs if available.
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Januvia costs by dose
The retail price of Januvia does not change by dosage strength. The recommended dosage is 100 mg daily. Lower doses (25 mg and 50 mg) are used in people with significant kidney problems.
Compare Januvia prices by strength |
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| (per 30 tablets) | ||
| Strength | SingleCare price of brand-name Januvia | SingleCare price of generic Januvia |
| 25 mg of Januvia | $325 at Kroger | $59 (14 tablets) at CVS |
| 50 mg of Januvia | $325 at Kroger | $102 at CVS |
| 100 mg of Januvia | $286 at Kroger | $102 at CVS |
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Is Januvia covered by insurance?
Januvia is covered by most health insurance plans, Medicare plans, Medicaid, Tricare, and the VA, but some plans may only cover generic sitagliptin. Many plans require that the healthcare provider prescribe less-expensive treatments first, called step therapy. A few require prior authorization. The final out-of-pocket cost will depend on the copay tier assigned to the drug, as well as other fees such as coinsurance or deductibles.
How to get Januvia covered by insurance
Most insurance plans cover Januvia, but many require that other diabetes drugs be tried first. They will then only approve Januvia or a generic version of sitagliptin if other diabetes medications are not effective. If coverage is denied, ask the prescriber for medical advice about the step therapy required to get approval. The refusal can also be appealed; however, the prescribing healthcare provider must submit a letter of medical necessity.
How to get Januvia without insurance
Januvia can be challenging to afford month after month without health insurance coverage. Merck, the manufacturer, offers rebates, a savings program for individuals with commercial or private insurance, and a special patient assistance program for low-income, uninsured patients. Unfortunately, not every patient can meet the strict eligibility requirements. Still, there are more reliable ways to save money on a Januvia prescription.
1. Use a SingleCare savings card
SingleCare members can save as much as 60% on their monthly Januvia prescription. A free Januvia discount coupon can be used right away to pay as little as $286 for a 30-day supply of Januvia.
2. Switch to generic Januvia
By purchasing the generic version, people can cut the cost of Januvia in half. With a free coupon from SingleCare, the cost can fall to as low as $100 per month.
3. Compare pharmacy prices
Extra savings can be found by comparing pharmacy prices to find the lowest price, especially if you use a SingleCare savings coupon.
4. Ask the prescriber about other DPP-4 inhibitors
Ask your prescribing healthcare professional for medical advice about drugs that work similarly to Januvia, known as DPP-4 inhibitors. All but one are available as generics, which may cost less than the brand-name Januvia. They work the same way as Januvia and mostly have the same side effects and drug interactions. Use a SingleCare coupon to drop the price of some of these drugs to less than $100 per month.
7. Get help from city or county government
Another way to save money is to use community health clinics and organizations. These often can provide at least some medications for free or at a low cost. Start by talking to your city or county’s health department. They have a wealth of community resources that can help defray healthcare costs for the uninsured or underinsured.
The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of 11/11/25. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our Januvia coupon page for updated Januvia prices near you.
- Januvia sitagliptin tablet prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine)
- U.S. District Court rules in favor of Merck in sitagliptin phosphate patent lawsuit, Merck & Co.