Key takeaways
Slynd is a progestin-only birth control pill that costs about $277 for a 28-day supply without insurance.
Insurance may cover Slynd, but coverage requirements and out-of-pocket costs vary by plan.
Women may save on Slynd with a SingleCare coupon, pharmacy price comparison, or low-cost reproductive health clinics.
Slynd is a brand-name progestin-only birth control pill, or “mini-pill.” Slynd is the only mini-pill containing the progestin drospirenone. Unlike some other mini-pills, Slynd has a 24-hour window to take a missed dose, although it is best to try to take it at the same time each day. Slynd must be taken daily like other hormonal birth control pills and comes in a blister pack of 28 tablets (24 active pills and 4 inactive pills). Slynd is not always covered by insurance, but women have several ways to save money.
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What is the generic for Slynd?
The active ingredient in Slynd is drospirenone, a synthetic progestin. Currently, there are no generic versions of Slynd. A generic version may become available as early as 2031.
Is Slynd covered by insurance?
Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), most health insurance plans cover FDA-approved birth control without cost-sharing. However, Slynd may not automatically be covered at no cost because insurance plans can have coverage requirements for specific contraceptives. If Slynd is medically necessary, an exception may allow the out-of-pocket cost to be reduced to zero.
Medicare drug plans are not required to cover birth control used only to prevent pregnancy, although coverage can vary by plan. Medicaid coverage also varies by state, and brand-name products like Slynd may have additional coverage requirements. Check with your insurance plan or state Medicaid program to determine whether Slynd is covered.
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How much does Slynd cost without insurance?
Compared to other mini-pills (progestin-only pills), Slynd is on the higher end of the price scale. A 28-day supply averages about $277 for people paying the retail price. That adds up to around $3,600 per year.
If the price is hard to manage, ask the healthcare provider about lower-cost mini-pills. Many contain norethindrone instead of drospirenone. Norethindrone is available as a generic and under several brand names and may cost considerably less than Slynd.
Combination birth control pills, which contain both estrogen and a progestin, may be an option for some people. But progestin-only pills may be prescribed for people who are breastfeeding, who have specific risk factors or health conditions, or who experience side effects with combination pills. Other progestin-only forms of birth control may also be an option, such as some types of IUDs, injections, or long-acting implants.
For women without insurance coverage, a prescription discount card from SingleCare is one way to save money. Instead of paying about $277 for a 28-day supply of Slynd, women may pay as little as $192 with SingleCare.
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Compare Slynd prices to related drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Slynd | $277 for 1, 28-tablet blister pack | $192 for 1, 28-tablet blister pack of brand-name Slynd at Kroger or Harris Teeter | See latest prices |
| Heather (norethindrone) | $50 for 1, 28-tablet blister pack | $7 for 1, 28-tablet blister pack of brand-name Heather at Kroger or Harris Teeter | See latest prices |
| Errin (norethindrone) | $49 for 1, 28-tablet blister pack | $7 for 1, 28-tablet blister pack of brand-name Errin at Kroger or Harris Teeter | See latest prices |
| Mirena IUD (levonorgestrel) | $1,723 for 1, 52 mg intrauterine device (which lasts up to 8 years) | $1,235 for 1, 8-year 52 mg intrauterine device of brand-name Mirena IUD at Kroger or Harris Teeter | See latest prices |
| Nexplanon implant (etonogestrel) | $1,670 for 1, 68 mg implant that may last up to 5 years | $1,249 for 1, 5-year 68 mg implant of brand-name Nexplanon at Kroger or Harris Teeter | See latest prices |
| Depo-Provera injection (medroxyprogesterone acetate) | $127 for 1, 3-month 150 mg injection | $31 for 1, 3-month 150 mg injection of generic medroxyprogesterone acetate at Walmart | See latest prices |
How to get Slynd without insurance
Because there is no generic version of Slynd, it may cost more than generic mini-pills. At an annual retail cost of around $3,600, Slynd may be difficult for people without insurance to afford. Exeltis, the manufacturer, offers a Slynd savings card, but some women may not meet the eligibility requirements. Still, there are several ways to reduce the cost of Slynd or find less expensive or free alternatives. One place to start is with a SingleCare prescription discount card.
1. Reduce the price of Slynd with a SingleCare savings card
A free Slynd coupon from SingleCare can reduce the price of a 28-day supply of Slynd to about $192 for 28 tablets, a savings of about $80 off the average retail price. To find the lowest price at a nearby participating pharmacy, browse discounts on SingleCare’s Slynd coupons page. SingleCare is free to use and available to everyone. Registered members may save even more with bonus savings, and it’s fast and free to sign up.
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2. Try Planned Parenthood or a public health clinic
Planned Parenthood, women’s health clinics, and public health clinics may offer birth control pills and other forms of contraception at a low cost or for free. They may not offer Slynd, but other lower-cost progestin-only pills may be available.
3. Consider Medicaid
If health insurance is unaffordable, consider checking your eligibility for Medicaid. Medicaid covers family planning services and supplies, including contraceptives, without cost sharing. However, coverage requirements for specific birth control pills like Slynd may vary by state. Check your state’s Medicaid website for eligibility, enrollment information, and Slynd coverage.
4. Ask the prescribing healthcare provider about other mini-pills
Generic mini-pills may cost considerably less than Slynd. They contain a different active ingredient, usually norethindrone. Because of this, they may not be a suitable alternative for everyone, so ask a healthcare professional for medical advice before switching.
5. Consider switching to another form of birth control
If the cost of Slynd is a major barrier and there are no suitable progestin-only alternatives, talk to a healthcare professional about the safety, effectiveness, and affordability of other birth control options, including over-the-counter birth control.
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The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Aug. 31, 2026. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our coupon page for updated drug prices at pharmacies near you.
- Slynd, Exeltis, USA (2026)
- Slynd HCP, Exeltis, USA (2026)
- Slynd drospirenone kit prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2025)
- Slynd generic, Pharsight
- Mirena levonorgestrel intrauterine device prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2025)
- Nexplanon etonogestrel implant prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2026)
- Depo-Provera medroxyprogesterone acetate injection prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2025)
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