Key takeaways
Olanzapine is a generic prescription drug used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
The price without insurance for a typical 30-day prescription can be as high as $632 for brand-name Zyprexa, but you can use a free SingleCare discount to pay as low as $12 per month for generic olanzapine.
Some ways to save on your generic olanzapine prescription include using a SingleCare card or coupon, purchasing a three-month supply, and checking prices at different pharmacies.
Olanzapine is a generic prescription antipsychotic medication, also known by the brand name Zyprexa. Olanzapine is part of a group of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Olanzapine works by affecting neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) in the brain called dopamine and serotonin. For people without insurance, paying out of pocket for olanzapine can be costly. However, there are various ways to save on your prescription.
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Is olanzapine covered by insurance?
The good news is that olanzapine is a generic prescription medication, and generics typically cost significantly less than brand-name drugs. Insurance plans and Medicare prescription plans typically cover generic versions of olanzapine.
Copays or out-of-pocket costs will vary by plan, so if you have insurance, you can contact your company for the most recent information on coverage for generic olanzapine.
Insurance plans and Medicare prescription plans may not cover brand-name Zyprexa. If they do provide coverage, the drug may require a prior authorization, and/or you may have a higher out-of-pocket cost than what you would pay for generic olanzapine.
How much does olanzapine cost without insurance?
Without insurance, the average cost of a 30-day supply of generic olanzapine (#30, 5 mg tablets) is about $304. However, you can use a free SingleCare card or coupon to pay as low as $12 per month.
Note that different factors will affect prices, such as pharmacy location, dosage, and quantity of medication.
If you are interested in exploring alternatives to olanzapine, there are some options that are similar to olanzapine but may be lower in cost.
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Compare olanzapine prices to related drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Zyprexa (olanzapine) | $632 for 30, 5 mg tablets | $12 for 30, 5 mg tablets of generic olanzapine at Walgreens | Get coupon |
| Seroquel (quetiapine) | $259 for 30, 100 mg tablets | $9 for 30, 100 mg tablets of generic quetiapine at Kroger or Harris Teeter | Get coupon |
| Abilify (aripiprazole) | $891 for 30, 5 mg tablets | $11 for 30, 5 mg tablets of generic aripiprazole at Food Lion | Get coupon |
| Risperdal (risperidone) | $335 for 30, 1 mg tablets | $9 for 30, 1 mg tablets of generic risperidone at Walmart | Get coupon |
| Latuda (lurasidone) | $1,870 for 30, 20 mg tablets | $15 for 30, 20 mg tablets of generic lurasidone at Food Lion | Get coupon |
| Lamictal (lamotrigine) | $619 for 30, 100 mg tablets | $7 for 30, 100 mg tablets of generic lamotrigine at Kroger or Harris Teeter | Get coupon |
How to get olanzapine without insurance
Even though olanzapine is available as a generic medication, paying full price without insurance can be expensive. The good news is that there are ways to save money on olanzapine.
- Use a SingleCare discount card. You can use the discount on a new prescription, as well as your refills. With a SingleCare coupon, you could pay $12 per month for generic olanzapine. Anyone can use SingleCare. There are no program requirements or eligibility criteria except for a valid prescription and using a participating pharmacy.
- Look into olanzapine alternatives. Although a typical prescription for olanzapine with a SingleCare card can cost as low as $12 per month, there may be other alternatives that cost even less. For example, in the table above, a one-month supply of risperidone costs as low as $9 with a SingleCare coupon. Prices will vary based on pharmacy location, dose, and quantity of medicine. Your healthcare provider can help you explore these options, taking into account the dosage and quantity you will need.
- Get a three-month supply. Ask your pharmacist for a price quote for a 30-day supply compared to a 90-day supply, or even more. You may save more money when purchasing a larger quantity of medicine. Research has found that getting a 90-day supply (compared to a 30-day supply) results in greater cost savings as well as better adherence (taking your medicines as directed). One caveat: Only do this if you do not expect your dosage to change.
- Price shop. Compare prices at different pharmacies. It’s best to get all of your medicines at one pharmacy, though, so your pharmacist has your full list of medications and can check for drug interactions. SingleCare makes it easy to compare prices online and with the SingleCare app.
- Ask for advice. Ask your health care provider and pharmacist if they have any additional tips for saving money on your prescription and other prescriptions. They may know of resources available in your local community.
The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Oct. 22, 2026. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our coupon page for updated drug prices at pharmacies near you.
- Zyprexa, DailyMed (2025)
- Olanzapine, MedlinePlus (2024)
- Medication days’ supply, adherence, wastage, and cost among chronic patients in Medicaid, Medicare & Medicaid Research Review (2012)
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