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Is fluconazole covered by insurance? | How much does fluconazole cost without insurance? | How to get fluconazole without insurance
Fluconazole is a generic prescription antifungal medication. It is FDA approved to treat topical Candida yeast infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and esophagus as well as invasive yeast infections of the body’s organs, bones, urinary tract (yeast UTIs), and nervous system. Unlike over-the-counter antifungal medications that are only applied topically to affected areas on the body’s surfaces, fluconazole is taken as a tablet or given as an IV to reach every part of the body. While there are over-the-counter topical antifungal creams that can be used for mild to moderate vaginal yeast infections, more severe or systemic yeast infections must be treated with prescription antifungals. The brand name Diflucan is also available, but it is more expensive than generic fluconazole.
Is fluconazole covered by insurance?
Fluconazole treats many serious fungal infections. Most commercial health insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid plans will cover a generic fluconazole prescription, though some insurance companies may not cover brand-name Diflucan. Health insurance can reduce the cost of fluconazole, but the actual out-of-pocket cost will depend on the number of tablets prescribed as well as the insurance plan’s formulary, deductible, and copay.
How much does fluconazole cost without insurance?
Without insurance coverage, the cash price of a single 150 mg tablet of fluconazole is $23, which is usually enough to treat an uncomplicated vaginal yeast infection. Other fungal infections may require several daily doses or weekly doses.
It may be possible to switch to a different azole antifungal drug for uncomplicated yeast infections of the vagina, mouth, or throat. For vaginal infections, ask for medical advice from a healthcare professional about using over-the-counter topical antifungals such as Vagisil or Monistat. OTC topical azoles may cost less than fluconazole, but they do require several days of application whereas fluconazole treatment only requires taking one or two tablets. They may not be suitable for severe or recurrent vaginal yeast infections. However, women who are pregnant must use topical antifungals in place of fluconazole. Women who are breastfeeding, however, can use either topical azoles or fluconazole.
For oral thrush, a healthcare provider can prescribe clotrimazole lozenges or nystatin solution for mild infections. These may be less expensive alternatives and have fewer side effects.
Serious or systemic yeast infections are treated using well-established guidelines. Healthcare professionals prescribe the most effective and appropriate antifungal drugs to treat a particular kind of infection. For many systemic infections, fluconazole is often the preferred medication. Some medications that treat yeast infections include:
Compare fluconazole prices to related drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Diflucan (fluconazole) | $195 per 2, 150 mg tablets | $1 per 1, 150 mg tablet of generic Diflucan | See updated prices |
| Lotrimin AF (clotrimazole) | $15 per 1, 30 gm of 1% cream | $5 per 1, 30 gm of 1% cream of generic Lotrimin AF | See updated prices |
| Nystop (nystatin) | $34 per 1, 15 gm of 100,000 unit/gm powder | $4 per 1, 30 gm of 100,000 unit/gm cream of generic Nystop | See updated prices |
| Monistat 3 (miconazole) | $22 per 3, 5 gm of 4% cream | $15 per 3, 5 gm of 4% cream of brand-name Monistat 3 | See updated prices |
| Sporanox (itraconazole) | $248 per 150 mL of 10 mg/mL solution | $5 per 150 mL of 10 mg/mL solution of generic Sporanox | See updated prices |
| Vfend (voriconazole) | $197 per 2, 200 mg tablets | $57 per 30, 200 mg tablets of generic Vfend | See updated 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. 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 fluconazole without insurance
Fluconazole has a retail cost of $23 a pill. When it’s used to treat some conditions, such as vaginal yeast infections, only one or two pills are required. However, it becomes much more expensive to treat other conditions that require a longer period of treatment. The best way to save money on fluconazole is to find savings that best fit the treatment requirements. This may involve coupons, patient assistance programs, or purchasing health insurance. The most immediate way to save on a fluconazole prescription is with a SingleCare savings card.
1. Save money immediately with a SingleCare discount card
A free coupon from SingleCare will get you a discounted price of less than $2 per fluconazole tablet. Use a SingleCare prescription discount card on your next refill to save up to 80% on fluconazole and thousands of other meds.
2. Ask the prescriber for a free sample
Some fluconazole prescriptions only require a one- or two-day supply of tablets. The prescribing healthcare provider may have free samples of brand-name Diflucan through Pfizer, the drug manufacturer.
3. Shop around for the lowest price
Pharmacies charge different prices for the same prescription medications. SingleCare’s Pharmacy Finder can help you find local pharmacies and compare prices before you even leave your house. For long-term treatment, you could save money using a mail order pharmacy.
4. Look into community health clinics
Community health clinics may be able to sell essential generic medicines like fluconazole at a very low price. Look especially for clinics or hospitals that are 340B providers. They may be able to provide fluconazole at low cost depending on your income.
5. Try a different antifungal
Depending on the severity of infection, you may be able to replace fluconazole with another azole antifungal or even an over-the-counter antifungal. Ask your healthcare provider about trying other antifungal treatments before fluconazole.
