Key takeaways
Although it’s available as a generic, aripiprazole is still expensive since it’s a newer-generation antipsychotic.
Most insurance, Medicare Part D, and Medicaid plans cover aripiprazole, but prior authorization and quantity limits may apply.
There are alternatives, but switching requires medical guidance.
Aripiprazole (generic for the brand-name drug Abilify) regulates levels of dopamine and serotonin in the brain. “I usually prescribe this medicine as an adjunct treatment for depression in someone already taking an antidepressant. It is also used for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia because it is an antipsychotic,” says Julian Lagoy, MD, board-certified psychiatrist with Mindpath Health based in San Jose, CA. It’s also approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of autism spectrum disorders and Tourette’s syndrome.
A 30-day supply of 5 mg tablets of aripiprazole costs $211.97 without insurance or discounts. Fortunately, there are a few ways to save money on aripiprazole.
How much does aripiprazole cost?
Retail prices for aripiprazole vary by form, strength, and quantity. Here are some examples of aripiprazole prices per dose without insurance:
- 30, 2 mg tablets cost $476.99
- 30, 5 mg tablets cost $211.97
- 30, 10 mg tablets cost $309.93
- 30, 20 mg tablets cost $523.39
Why is aripiprazole so expensive?
Even though aripiprazole is a generic medication, it is a newer medication. Second- and third-generation antipsychotics, like aripiprazole, are generally more expensive than first-generation drugs.
Does insurance cover aripiprazole?
Aripiprazole is typically covered by commercial, Medicare, or Medicaid insurance plans, but coverage varies by plan.
People covered by Medicare need a Part D plan or a Medicare Advantage plan that includes prescription drug benefits that cover aripiprazole.
Medicaid coverage of aripiprazole varies by state.
Certain insurance plans may require prior authorization before covering aripiprazole. Quantity limits on the amount of aripiprazole you can fill in a given period may also apply. If your coverage is denied or you need more medication than what your plan covers, you may have to pay out of pocket for your prescription.
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Get free Abilify injections
Certain types of long-acting injectable Abilify may be free through the Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation (OPAF). People may submit an application with their healthcare provider via the OPAF care portal to check their eligibility. Documents proving household gross income are required. If eligible, you may receive Abilify injections at no cost through the OPAF program.
This patient assistance program is not available for oral aripiprazole.
5 aripiprazole discount options
Here are options to consider for aripiprazole savings.
1. Use the SingleCare savings program
You can save hundreds of dollars by using an aripiprazole coupon from SingleCare. Enter your prescription details on the SingleCare website or app to get your free coupon. SingleCare savings cards can be used at over 35,000 pharmacies and never expire. You can use them on every refill as long as you have a valid prescription.
Save up to 80% on Aripiprazole with SingleCare Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. SingleCare helps find the best price for you.
2. Compare prices
Whether independent, chain, or mail-order pharmacy, the prices are never the same. To maximize your savings, use SingleCare to compare aripiprazole prices in your area. Enter your ZIP code on the SingleCare website or app to compare aripiprazole prices at pharmacies near you. Drug prices often change, so compare prices before every refill to make sure you’re getting the best deal.
3. Check for patient assistance programs
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. provides Abilify Maintena and Abilify Asimtufii injections to eligible patients for free through the OPAF program.
4. Ask the pharmacist about a volume discount
Discuss with your healthcare provider about getting a 90-day supply of the medication. Some pharmacies will reduce the price of aripiprazole when purchased in large quantities.
5. Discuss saving options with a healthcare professional
Talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist. They may advise you on available savings options that can help you afford your medication or recommend safe and effective alternatives to aripiprazole.
Is there a cheaper alternative to aripiprazole?
“Quite frankly, there is not a cheaper alternative to aripiprazole, considering it is one of the only antipsychotics that functions as a dopamine receptor partial agonist, meaning it binds to dopamine receptors in the brain and activates them. But it only produces a partial response compared to our brain’s natural dopamine supply,” says Paul Pastolero, MD, a psychiatrist with Salience Health in Frisco, Allen, and McKinney, TX.
However, Dr. Pastolero says that alternatives would vary from patient to patient depending on the condition being treated. “For augmentation of major depressive disorder, cost-friendly alternatives such as bupropion could be considered,” Dr. Pastolero says. “Other antipsychotics, like quetiapine, risperidone, or olanzapine, are also potential alternative antipsychotics, but their side effect profile, such as weight gain, high blood sugar, and hyperlipidemia, would often make them less desirable.”
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Compare prices of aripiprazole alternatives |
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| Abilify alternative | Price without insurance | SingleCare price | Coupons |
| Bupropion XL (generic Wellbutrin XL) | $43.79 for 30, 150 mg tablets | $15.15 at Walgreens for 30, 150 mg tablets | Bupropion XL coupons |
| Quetiapine (generic Seroquel) | $73.09 for 30, 100 mg tablets | $9.00 at Walmart for 30, 100 mg tablets | Quetiapine coupons |
| Olanzapine (generic Zyprexa) | $304.24 for 30, 5 mg tablets | $16.82 at Walgreens for 30, 5 mg tablets | Olanzanpine coupons |
| Risperidone (generic Risperdal) | $52.86 for 30, 3 mg tablets | $12.09 at Meijer for 30, 3 mg tablets | Risperidone coupons |
The list of aripiprazole alternatives above is ranked by popularity based on SingleCare prescription fill data (April 2025-2026), with bupropion XL as the most popular.
Don’t switch or stop aripiprazole abruptly
Do not change a prescription without the healthcare provider’s go-ahead. Only a healthcare provider can provide medical advice on safe and appropriate alternatives for you and your diagnosis. Additionally, if your healthcare provider recommends changing your medicine, they will have to guide you on how to switch from one medication to another.
The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Jun. 11, 2026. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our coupon page for updated drug prices at pharmacies near you.
- Julian Lagoy, MD, board-certified psychiatrist with Mindpath Health
- Paul Pastolero, MD, a psychiatrist with Salience Health, providing adolescent and adult psychiatry in Frisco, Allen, and McKinney, TX
- Public opinion on prescription drugs and their prices, Kaiser Family Foundation (2024)
- Otsuka patient assistance foundation, Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc (2024)
- Possible side effects of Abilify Asimtufii, Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc (2024)
- MedWatch: the FDA safety information and adverse event reporting program, FDA
- Abilify maintena: highlights of prescribing information, Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Co. (2023)
- Abilify asmtufii:highlights of prescribing information, Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Co. (2023)
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