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Key takeaways
Without insurance or other assistance, the average cost of Qulipta is more than $1,500 per month.
There’s no generic version of Qulipta yet, but some insurance and Medicare plans may cover it, and there are other (potentially cheaper) alternatives.
Getting free SingleCare coupons, looking into alternatives, and comparing pharmacy prices are all common ways to save on prescription drugs like Qulipta.
Qulipta (atogepant) is a brand-name medication that blocks a protein called calcitonin gene-related peptides (CGRP) to help prevent episodic migraines and chronic migraines. Some people may get insurance coverage for their Qulipta prescriptions, but without insurance or Medicare, you could pay over $1,500 per month. That price may look intimidating, but there are several ways to make it more affordable.
How much is Qulipta without insurance?
The biggest question for anyone who doesn’t have insurance, or whose insurance doesn’t cover Qulipta: How much will it cost? Without health insurance coverage or discounts, Qulipta’s average retail price is $1,572 for 30, 60 mg oral tablets, which is a one-month supply. That breaks down to around $50 per dose of Qulipta, and patients who need an entire year of treatment could end up paying around $19,000 annually.
That’s not an across-the-board price, though. Remember that drugs are products, and like any other product, the amount you pay can vary. Insurance can play a significant role in determining your final out-of-pocket cost, as can the dosage you receive and the pharmacy you visit. Prices on prescription drugs can fluctuate between pharmacies, so your go-to spot might have Qulipta for more or less than a pharmacy across town.
Is there a generic for Qulipta?
Generic versions typically cost less than their brand-name counterparts, so this is often the first stop for people seeking affordable alternatives to prescription drugs. Unfortunately, Qulipta doesn’t currently have a generic equivalent.
The fact that there’s no generic alternative for Qulipta yet may also influence its prices. “Patents and market exclusivity periods allow the manufacturer to set higher prices without competition from generics,” says Taher Saifullah, MD, founder of Spine and Pain Institute in Los Angeles.” However, that doesn’t mean there are no other Qulipta alternatives for migraine prevention and treatment. In fact, there are quite a few, including other CGRP inhibitors (aka CGRP receptor antagonists), anticonvulsants, antidepressants, and beta blockers.
Compare Qulipta prices to related drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Qulipta (atogepant) | $1,572 per 30, 60 mg tablets | $953 for 30, 60 mg tablets of brand-name Qulipta at Walgreens | See latest prices |
| Ubrelvy (ubrogepant) | $1,445 for 10, 100 mg tablets | $971 for 10, 100 mg tablets of brand-name Ubrelvy at Walgreens | See latest prices |
| Nurtec (rimegepant) | $1,379 for 8 orally disintegrating tablets | $870 for 8 orally disintegrating tablets of brand-name Nurtec at Walgreens | See latest prices |
| Zavzpret (zavegepant) | $1,510 per 6, 10 mg/act nasal spray solution | $1,102 for 6, 10 mg/act nasal spray solution of brand-name Zavzpret at Walgreens | See latest prices |
| Aimovig (erenumab-aooe) | $1,030 for 1, 1 ml of 140 mg/ml injector pen | $753 for 1, 1 ml of 140 mg/ml injector pen of brand-name Aimovig at Kroger | See latest prices |
| Emgality (galcanezumab) | $993 for 1, 1 ml of 120 mg/ml injector pen | $605 for 1, 1 ml of 120 mg/ml injector pen of brand-name Emgality at Kroger | See latest prices |
Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Dec. 11, 2025. 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.
Is Qulipta covered by insurance?
Sometimes yes. Sometimes no. It depends on the specific insurance company and plan. “Many private insurance plans cover Qulipta, but the extent of coverage can vary,” Dr. Saifullah says. Some plans may require patients to try other treatments first. Copays and other out-of-pocket costs depend on your specific plan.” The only way to know for sure is to check your plan’s formulary, which is a list that shows how it covers different medications.
Medicare works the same way. Some Part D prescription drug plans will cover Qulipta, while others won’t. Check the formulary or contact the insurance provider to find out. “I’ve seen patients benefit from partial coverage under commercial insurance plans,” said Sazan Sylejmani, Pharm.D. “But Medicare coverage has specific requirements and often involves a higher out-of-pocket expense.”
How to get Qulipta without insurance
Using a free SingleCare discount card can take hundreds off the price of Qulipta, taking it from the $1,572 average to as low as $953. It’s free to sign up, activate the discounts, and show it to your pharmacist at any of over 35,000 participating pharmacies. You can use this discount whether or not you have insurance, but you can’t stack discounts on top of your coverage.
Insurance doesn’t make or break your ability to get Qulipta at less than full price. In fact, there are several other ways to save on Qulipta. Price shopping at different pharmacies and discussing FDA-approved alternatives with a healthcare provider may all help lower costs. Manufacturer savings or patient assistance programs may have eligibility requirements based on income or insurance status.
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