How much is Divigel without insurance?

Is Divigel covered by insurance? | How much does Divigel cost without insurance? | How to get Divigel without insurance

Divigel is a brand-name prescription skin gel that relieves the vasomotor symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and flushing. A small amount of Divigel, from 0.25 to 1.25 grams, is applied to the right or left thigh once per day. Each quarter gram of Divigel contains 0.25 mg of estradiol, a female estrogen hormone primarily produced by the ovaries. Menopause sharply curtails a woman’s estrogen production, bringing on many of the symptoms of menopause, including vasomotor symptoms, vaginal dryness, vaginal atrophy, and pain during sex. Divigel is one of many ways to replace female hormones during or after menopause. Many of these medications are available as lower-priced generic, cs including a generic version of Divigel. 

What is the generic for Divigel?

Divigel is an estradiol gel that can be purchased in a generic version. In addition, there are other ways to get lower-priced generic estradiol, including tablets and transdermal patches. EstroGel is another brand-name estradiol gel that costs a little less than Divigel. Unlike Divigel, it comes in only one dosage strength but is FDA-approved to treat vaginal and vulvar atrophy due to menopause and vasomotor symptoms.

Is Divigel covered by insurance?

Divigel is sometimes covered by health insurance plans but is less likely to be covered by Medicare and Medicaid. Insurance plans may not cover generic estradiol gel, either. However, generic estradiol tablets and transdermal patches are usually covered. Could you check with the insurance company before filling out a prescription? The out-of-pocket cost will vary by plan, but some insurance companies put Divigel in their higher copay tiers. 

How much does Divigel cost without insurance?

Cash-paying patients can expect Divigel to cost about $200 for 30 gel packets containing one gram of gel. Packets can range from 0.25 grams of gel to 1.25 grams of gel, depending on the dosage prescribed. The retail price will be the same, no matter how much gel is in each packet. The average daily cost of Divigel is $7. A year’s worth of treatment adds up to around $2,400.

Women can ask the prescribing healthcare provider for less costly alternatives, including generic estradiol gel, generic estradiol skin patches, or estradiol tablets (generic Estrace). Generic estradiol gel costs slightly less than brand-name Divigel, Estrogel, or Evamist, another topical estradiol used for menopause symptoms. However, a 30-day supply of 1 mg estradiol tablets averages $21, or about 70 cents a pill. With a SingleCare prescription discount card, those 30 estradiol tablets could cost as little as $2. At 1% of the cost of brand-name Divigel, discount-priced estradiol tablets are probably the cheapest alternative. There may be tradeoffs, however. Remember that all estrogen treatments, no matter the format, come with serious warnings about the possibility of blood clots, heart attack, stroke, and endometrial cancer. So get medical advice from a healthcare professional before switching.

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 (unless otherwise specified). The listed SingleCare price references the price of generic drugs,s if available. Click the link under “Savings options” to see the latest drug prices.

How to get Divigel without insurance

At a monthly cost of $200, paying full price for Divigel can be a challenge. The manufacturer currently offers a savings program. However, not everyone can meet the eligibility requirements, and not all strengths of this medication may be eligible for savings. Fortunately, there are other ways to save money on estradiol treatment. 

1. Save over $400 a year with a SingleCare savings card

The lowest SingleCare price for a 30-day supply of Divigel is $166. That’s $40 off the average price, potentially saving $480 a year. SingleCare discount prices will vary by participating pharmacy, so check current pricing on SingleCare’s Divigel coupons page. Check the FAQs section of this coupon page for more helpful information about Divigel savings.

2. Compare pharmacy prices to find the lowest price

U.S. pharmacy prices for the same Divigel prescription can vary by as much as $30. Simply finding the lowest price offered at local pharmacies could save up to $360 a year.

3. Ask the prescriber about generic estradiol gel

Generic estradiol gel is less expensive than Divigel. Not by much, but 30 packets of generic estradiol gel will cost less than brand-name Divigel. In general, choosing generics can save you a significant amount of money.

4. Ask the prescriber about other estradiol treatment options

Besides estradiol gel, women can take estradiol tablets or use a transdermal system. Tablets are the cheapest option. Expect to pay $20 monthly for estradiol tablets or $2 with a SingleCare savings card. Transdermal patches are another topical estradiol that’s easy to use. Placed on the skin once or twice weekly (depending on the product), the patch delivers a steady daily dose of estradiol through the skin for several days. With a SingleCare savings card, four weekly patches can cost as little as $20, and three weeks of twice-weekly patches will cost about $17. Consult your healthcare provider for medical advice and to determine which medication is best for you.

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