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Is Bystolic covered by insurance? | How much does Bystolic cost without insurance? | How to get Bystolic without insurance
Bystolic (nebivolol) is a brand-name prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure. It may also be used for heart failure or chest pain. As a beta blocker, Bystolic lowers blood pressure by decreasing the strength of heartbeats, slowing the heart rate, and widening blood vessels. It is typically prescribed after other blood pressure medications haven’t worked, often in people with, blood vessel problems, or African Americans who may have problems with other beta blockers. Bystolic is preferred over other beta blockers in patients who have lung disease. Most people will take Bystolic once per day with a dose that can range from five to 40 mg. Fortunately, there is a less expensive generic version of Bystolic sold as nebivolol as well as other generic beta blockers that can be substituted for Bystolic.
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Is Bystolic covered by insurance?
Bystolic is covered by many health insurances and Medicare plans but may require prior authorization.
How much does Bystolic cost without insurance?
Bystolic’s retail price averages $200 for a 30-day supply of 10 mg tablets or about $2,400 a year. However, Bystolic prices can vary between pharmacies. For people with commercial insurance or Medicare, the out-of-pocket copay cost for Bystolic will vary depending on the insurance plan and its formulary.
A healthcare professional can substitute generic nebivolol to help save patients money. On average, a 30-day prescription of 10 mg nebivolol tablets costs about $165. There are also other beta blockers similar to nebivolol that can be purchased at even greater savings with a SingleCare discount card. However, some generic drugs may not be suitable for particular people, so get medical advice before trying to switch to other beta blockers.
A healthcare provider may also consider other beta blockers available as cheaper generics that could be used instead of Bystolic. Other types of drugs for blood pressure include ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blockers, diuretics, calcium channel blockers, and alpha-2 receptor agonists. Keep in mind that, although all these drugs are FDA approved to treat high blood pressure, they may not be an effective replacement for Bystolic.
For high blood pressure, there are no effective or safe over-the-counter treatments or dietary supplements that can substitute for prescription medications.
Bystolic price compared to other drugs |
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| Drug Name | Price without insurance for brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Bystolic (nebivolol hydrochloride) | $199 per 30, 10 mg tablets |
$18 per 30, 10 mg tablets for generic Bystolic |
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| Tenormin (atenolol) | $479 per 30, 50 mg tablets |
$0.25 per 30, 50 mg tablets for generic Tenormin |
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| Acebutolol hydrochloride | $34 per 30, 200 mg capsules |
$4 per 30, 200 mg capsules for generic acebutolol hcl |
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| Propranolol hydrochloride | $36 per 60, 20 mg tablets |
$2 per 60, 20 mg tablets for generic propranolol hcl |
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| Betaxolol hydrochloride | $74 per 30, 10 mg tablets |
$5 per 30, 10 mg tablets for generic betaxolol hcl |
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| Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) | $102 per Sixty 25 mg tablets |
$2 per Sixty 25 mg tablets for generic Lopressor |
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| Toprol XL (extended-release metoprolol succinate) | $58 per 30, 25 mg capsules |
$2 per 30, 25 mg capsules for generic Toprol XL |
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| Bisoprolol fumarate | $51 per 30, 5 mg tablets |
$5 per 30, 5 mg tablets for generic bisiprolol |
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| Inderal LA (extended-release propranolol hydrochloride) | $1928 per 30, 60 mg capsules |
$8 per 30, 60 mg capsules for generic Inderal LA |
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| Corgard (nadolol) | $247 per 30, 20 mg tablets |
$14 per 30, 20 mg tablets for generic Corgard |
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| Labetalol | $47 per 60, 200 mg tablets |
$5 per 60, 200mg tablets for generic Labetalol |
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Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing. The listed price without insurance references the price of brand-name drugs. The listed SingleCare price references the price of generic drugs if available. Click the link under “Savings options” to see updated drug prices.
How to get Bystolic without insurance
Many brand-name prescription drugs can be difficult to pay for, particularly when taken for months or years at a time, like Bystolic. Fortunately, there are several ways to make a Bystolic prescription more affordable. For brand-name drugs, manufacturer coupons, savings programs, and patient assistance programs deserve a first look. However, some are only open to people with commercial insurance and others will require meeting strict enrollment requirements. That’s when it’s time to look into other solutions such as a SingleCare savings card.
1. Use a SingleCare coupon
People with a SingleCare discount card can pay as little as $18 for one month of Bystolic—a prescription that would normally cost almost $200. Download or print a Bystolic coupon and use it at selected pharmacies.
2. Ask the prescriber about generic Bystolic
Generic Bystolic (nebivolol hydrochloride) can easily be substituted for brand-name Bystolic. At this time, however, there aren’t big savings by switching to generic nebivolol, but every dollar counts.
3. Ask the prescriber about other beta blockers
Nebivolol, the active ingredient in Bystolic, belongs to a class of drugs called beta blockers. There are many different types. They all work like Bystolic but they have a few differences between them. If Bystolic or generic nebivolol is difficult to afford, it pays to ask the prescribing healthcare provider about alternative beta blockers. Keep in mind, however, that other beta blockers may not be a suitable alternative to Bystolic for some patients.
4. Shop around
The cash price of Bystolic may vary from pharmacy to pharmacy. A good place to price shop is the SingleCare Bystolic coupon page. There you can find a table comparing pharmacy prices..
5. Explore community resources
Community health clinics can offer low-cost or free medical care as well as generic medications including beta blockers. There may also be community resources to help pay for drugs or health insurance. To find out the wealth of community resources in your area, talk to your city or county’s health department.
