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Key takeaways
Ubrelvy is an effective and expensive migraine medication, averaging around $1,467 for 10 tablets without insurance.
Several savings options exist, including SingleCare discount coupons, the Ubrelvy copay card, AbbVie’s patient assistance program, Medicaid, nonprofit support, and comparing pharmacy prices.
Cheaper alternatives to Ubrelvy include triptans, beta blockers, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, and NSAIDs, though their effectiveness and suitability vary by individual.
Ubrelvy (ubrogepant) is a brand-name prescription drug that treats migraine attacks with or without aura. Patients take a Ubrelvy tablet at the start of a migraine headache, but a second tablet may occasionally be needed. Ubrelvy can be expensive for people paying entirely out of pocket, but there are also ways to save. Here are some of the most reliable methods.
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How much does Ubrelvy cost?
Without insurance coverage or other savings, the average retail price of Ubrelvy averages $1,467 for 10, 100 mg tablets. That works out to around $146 per dose. Fortunately, the dosage is typically one tablet as needed. Ten Ubrelvy tablets may last one month for people who have frequent migraine headaches, but they may last longer than that for people with infrequent migraines.
Health insurance can help cover part of the cost, but it depends on the plan. “Some insurers will cover Ubrelvy right away, but many require you to try a cheaper option first, what we call ‘step therapy,’ says Michael Genovese, MD, physician and chief medical adviser at Ascendant New York. “If that medication does not work or causes side effects, then your doctor can often get Ubrelvy approved. With Medicare or Medicaid, things can be trickier. Some plans may not cover it at all, while others have strict prior authorization requirements in place.”
How to save money on Ubrelvy
People without insurance, or whose insurance plans won’t cover Ubrelvy, are not out of luck. There are still ways to bring down the cost of your prescription.
1. Get a free Ubrelvy coupon card
A SingleCare Ubrelvy coupon could immediately drop the price by hundreds of dollars. So instead of paying the usual $1,467 for 10, 100 mg tablets, you can pay around $1,032. Prices vary by pharmacy and location.
You can use SingleCare coupons even if you have insurance or Medicare. However, you can’t use these discounts on top of your insurance coverage. It has to be one or the other, as the discounts are not additive.
To earn bonus discounts on SingleCare purchases, sign up for SingleCare’s free bonus loyalty program. Each purchase earns reward savings that can accumulate to help with future refills or purchases.
Save up to 80% on Ubrelvy with SingleCare Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. SingleCare helps find the best price for you.
2. Enroll in myAbbVie Assist
AbbVie has a patient assistance program specifically for uninsured or underinsured people. To qualify, patients must have an Ubrelvy prescription from a U.S. healthcare provider and limited or no insurance coverage. They must also meet maximum income requirements.
To apply, sign up on the website to create a portal account, where you can complete your application.
3. Consider a new health insurance plan
Some alternatives might be available even if your insurance plan doesn’t cover Ubrelvy. For employer-sponsored plans, contact your Human Resources department to see whether any other plans offered by your company cover Ubrelvy. If so, switch plans at the next Open Enrollment Period. A new plan might come with higher premiums or deductibles, but it might save you money in the long run if you pay much less out of pocket for Ubrelvy.
For anyone who doesn’t have access to a health plan or an HR department, the Health Insurance Marketplace has many plans that include some type of prescription drug coverage.
4. Look into Medicaid
Medicaid is a program designed to assist people who need help paying for medical treatments, procedures, and drugs. You don’t need to have Medicare or any other insurance to qualify. You just need to meet certain income requirements. The eligibility requirements vary by state, so look at your state government’s website to see what they are. Make sure to check your state’s preferred drug formulary. If Ubrelvy is not included, you may still get a prescription covered, but it will take a lot more work.
5. Research nonprofit assistance programs
Some third-party organizations have patient assistance programs, too. For example, the Patient Advocate Foundation’s Copay Relief program can connect you to potential prescription discounts. Another good place to find assistance is needymeds.org, a nonprofit that helps patients access savings on their medical care.
6. Shop around
Different pharmacies can have different prices, even ones right down the street from each other. It could be worth your time to call around and see how much Ubrelvy might cost.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ubrelvy?
Ubrelvy isn’t the only migraine medication out there. While there are plenty of ways to reduce how much you pay, sometimes you might save the most by simply using a different drug. Some common alternatives to Ubrelvy include:
- Other CGRP inhibitors: Drugs like Aimovig (erenumab), Emgality (galcanezumab), Nurtec ODT (rimegepant), and Qulipta (atogepant) may be slightly more affordable than Ubrelvy or have better coverage from your prescription drug plan. Insurance plans may contract with a drug manufacturer, and one medication within a drug “family” may be on a lower tier (less expensive). This preferred medication can change anytime.
- Triptans: These drugs, like Imitrex (sumatriptan) and Zomig (zolmitriptan), are often less expensive than CGRP inhibitors. “That said, they are not suitable for everyone, especially those with certain heart risks, so it is something we review on a case-by-case basis,” Dr. Genovese says.
- Beta blockers: Research has found that certain blood pressure medications can help treat migraines by reducing blood flow to the brain and stabilizing serotonin levels. Plus, beta blockers like propranolol and atenolol often cost much less than many alternatives.
- Anticonvulsants: Seizure medications like Topamax (topiramate) can also help relieve migraines and be more affordable options.
- Antidepressants: Certain depression medications, specifically SNRIs or tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline, have shown promise in treating migraine headaches as well.
- NSAIDs: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen and aspirin aren’t as powerful or targeted as some migraine medications, but they’re available over the counter and often fairly affordable.
Anyone looking to switch from Ubrelvy to another prescription medication should first consult their healthcare provider. “If someone needs to take a lot of acute migraine medication, we will usually step back and reassess,” Dr. Genovese says. “That might be a sign that we need to introduce or adjust a preventive treatment plan, whether it is lifestyle-based or includes medications aimed at lowering migraine frequency. That can reduce long-term costs and improve the quality of life as well.”
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