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Key takeaways
Eliquis is a brand-name medication that treats and prevents blood clots and strokes.
Eliquis is covered by many commercial insurance plans, Medicare Part D, and some state Medicaid programs.
Because there is no generic alternative, Eliquis can be expensive without insurance. A SingleCare coupon is one option to make Eliquis more affordable.
Eliquis (apixaban) is a brand-name prescription drug used to prevent or treat blood clots that could develop into severe medical problems. No generic versions of Eliquis are currently on the market, so patients without insurance may need to pay about $799 per month. However, there are several ways to save money on drugs like Eliquis.
Save up to 80% on Eliquis with SingleCare
Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. SingleCare helps find the best price for you.
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How much does Eliquis cost without insurance?
The average retail price of Eliquis without insurance is $799 for a 30-day prescription of 60, 5 mg tablets, the dosage prescribed to people with atrial fibrillation (AFib) or serious blood clots like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism. That averages to about $27 per day or $13 per tablet. For people with health insurance coverage, copay costs will vary depending on the insurance plan, but out-of-pocket costs are generally lower than the full cash price.
There are alternatives to Eliquis that may be less expensive. Healthcare providers may prescribe lower-cost blood thinners: warfarin, Arixtra (fondaparinux), or Pradaxa (dabigatran). All are FDA-approved for some of the medical conditions that are treated by Eliquis. However, some medications like warfarin require regular monitoring, which may add to the cost.
A generic version of Eliquis will not be available until 2028.
| Compare Eliquis prices to other anticoagulants | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug name | Price without insurance | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Eliquis (apixaban) | $799
60, 5 mg tablets |
$488
60, 5 mg tablets of brand-name Eliquis |
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| Xarelto
(rivaroxaban) |
$820
60, 2.5 mg tablets |
$193
60, 2.5 mg tablets of generic Xarelto |
See latest prices |
| Savaysa
(edoxaban) |
$529
30, 60 mg tablets |
$426
30, 60 mg tablets of brand-name Savaysa |
See latest prices |
|
Indirect factor Xa inhibitors |
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| Arixtra (fondaparinux sodium) | $190
10 single-dose 0.5 ml prefilled syringes at 2.5 mg/0.5 ml |
$58
10 single-dose 0.5 ml prefilled syringes at 2.5 mg/0.5 ml of generic Arixtra |
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|
Other anticoagulants |
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| Jantoven (warfarin sodium) | $23
30, 5 mg tablets |
$4
30, 5 mg tablets of generic Jantoven |
See latest prices |
| Pradaxa (dabigatran) | $568
60, 150 mg capsules |
$91
60, 150 mg capsules of generic Pradaxa |
See latest prices |
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 if available. Click the “Savings options” link to see the latest drug prices.
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Eliquis costs by dose
The retail cost of Eliquis should not vary based on dosage strength. Lower-dose Eliquis may be used by older people with kidney conditions or low body weight.
| Compare Eliquis prices by strength | |
|---|---|
| (per 60 tablets) | |
| Strength | SingleCare price of brand-name |
| 2.5 mg of Eliquis | $475 for 60, 5 mg tablets of Eliquis |
| 5 mg of Eliquis | $488 for 60, 5 mg tablets of Eliquis |
| See our lowest price for Eliquis without insurance | |
Is Eliquis covered by insurance?
Eliquis is covered by most insurance plans, including Medicare Part D and Medicaid.
How to get Eliquis without insurance
Paying for premium-priced brand-name medications without insurance can be challenging. Fortunately, there are alternatives to paying full price for an Eliquis prescription without insurance. Manufacturer coupons and patient assistance programs are sometimes available, but only some people can meet the strict eligibility requirements. There are more foolproof ways to save money on Eliquis:
1. Use a SingleCare coupon
A SingleCare coupon reduces the out-of-pocket cost for a 30-day supply of Eliquis from $790 to $488. Check SingleCare.com for a savings card or coupon for a participating pharmacy near you. Don’t forget to sign up for SingleCare’s free loyalty program to earn bonus savings on other prescription drug costs.
2. Shop around
Eliquis prices will vary by pharmacy. Use SingleCare’s Eliquis coupons page to find the pharmacy with the lowest price. There are lower-cost pharmacies that may offer significant savings.
3. Ask the prescriber about alternative medications
Ask the prescribing healthcare provider for medical advice about lower-priced prescription medications. Other direct factor Xa inhibitors, such as Xarelto (apixaban), are also premium priced, but you may be able to take lower-priced medications such as warfarin.
4. Talk to county or city health officials
County and municipal health departments may be able to help people find resources or lower-priced medications. They can direct people to community health clinics that may offer lower-cost or free medications. They can also direct eligible patients to free or low-cost health insurance programs.
- Eliquis (apixaban), National Library of Medicine DailyMed (2021)
- Eliquis (apixaban), Bristol-Myers-Squibb Company (2024)