How much is Latuda without insurance?

In this article:

• How much does Latuda cost without insurance?
• How much does generic Latuda cost?
• What’s the cheapest Latuda alternative?
• Compare brand-name Latuda prices to related drugs
• Latuda costs by dose
• Is Latuda covered by insurance?
• How to get Latuda without insurance

In this article

• How much does Latuda cost without insurance?
• How much does generic Latuda cost?
• What’s the cheapest Latuda alternative?
• Compare brand-name Latuda prices to related drugs
• Latuda costs by dose
• Is Latuda covered by insurance?
• How to get Latuda without insurance

Latuda (lurasidone hydrochloride) is a prescription medication that treats schizophrenia in people aged 13 years and older and bipolar depression in people ages 10 years and older. Without insurance, brand-name Latuda retails for more than $1,800 per 30, 40 milligram (mg) tablets. Thankfully, there are several ways to save money on Latuda regardless of your insurance coverage. 

How much does Latuda cost without insurance?

Without insurance, brand-name Latuda costs an average of $1,863 per 30, 40 mg tablets. Because Latuda is typically taken once per day, 30 tablets last about one month. Each 40 mg tablet averages $62, and the annual cost totals about $22,355.

 Several factors affect the actual cost of Latuda, including quantity, strength, pharmacy, and insurance coverage. 

How much does generic Latuda cost?

The generic form of Latuda is lurasidone. Its average retail price without insurance is $1,636 for 30, 40 mg tablets. That’s about $55 per pill and $19,638 per year. But you can pay as little as $16 for 30, 40 mg tablets of lurasidone with a SingleCare lurasidone coupon.

What’s the cheapest Latuda alternative?

Generic Seroquel (quetiapine fumarate) is one of the most affordable Latuda alternatives. Without insurance or discounts, quetiapine fumarate costs $156 per 30, 100 mg tablets. Similar to Latuda, quetiapine has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat schizophrenia in people 13 years and older, to treat manic episodes related to bipolar I disorder in people 10 years and older, and to treat depression related to bipolar I disorder in adults. 

Eve Elizabeth Pennie, MD, a Texas-based physician and epidemiologist, says other low-cost alternatives include risperidone (generic Risperdal), olanzapine (generic Zyprexa), ziprasidone (generic Geodon), and aripiprazole (generic Abilify). “The choice depends on the condition being treated, the symptom profile, prior response, and tolerance for side effects.” 

If you’re concerned about the price of Latuda, Dr. Pennie says it’s important to tell your healthcare provider as soon as possible. “There are often effective generic options, formulary workarounds, or assistance programs that can help. Medications should never be stopped or changed without medical guidance.” 

Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of March 17, 2026. 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. Click the link under “Savings options” to see the latest drug prices.

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Latuda costs by dose

The strength of your Latuda prescription may affect its price. Usually, stronger doses cost more. 

A tablet that’s double the dose doesn’t necessarily cost double the price, which may lead some people to wonder whether it’s okay to split Latuda pills to save money. Although the Latuda medication guide previously advised against pill splitting, the 2025 version makes no mention of it. In 2017, researchers confirmed pill splitting was an effective cost-saving measure for Latuda, even though the tablets may be difficult to split evenly. Talk to your healthcare provider to make sure pill splitting is safe for you.

Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of March 17, 2026. Click the link under “See our lowest price” to see the latest drug prices.

Is Latuda covered by insurance?

Health insurance plans, including Medicare Part D plans, usually cover the generic version of Latuda at a low cost-sharing tier. Brand-name Latuda is covered less often and is more likely to be placed in a higher cost-sharing tier. Consider that your insurance may have quantity limits, which restrict the number of tablets you can get per refill. Some insurance plans may require prior authorization or step therapy. 

How to get Latuda without insurance

Latuda can be expensive, especially without insurance coverage. Fortunately, there are other ways to lower the cost of Latuda. With a free SingleCare prescription discount card, you could pay as little as $16 per 30, 40 mg tablets of generic lurasidone. That’s an annual savings of more than $19,000.

It’s easy to get and use a SingleCare card. Visit the lurasidone coupon page, enter your ZIP code, and select your medication dosage and quantity from the drop-down menus. Compare prices at pharmacies near you, then click the “Get free coupon” button. A unique coupon code will be generated for you. Choose how to save your coupon (text, email, or print) so that it’s easy to show it to the pharmacist during checkout. 

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