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Is Rocklatan covered by insurance? | How much does Rocklatan cost without insurance? | How to get Rocklatan without insurance
Rocklatan is a brand-name prescription drug prescribed to reduce fluid pressure in people diagnosed with ocular hypertension (high pressure in the eye) or open-angle glaucoma. Rocklatan contains two eye medicines: latanoprost, a common treatment for high eye pressure, and netarsudil. Both increase the amount of fluid that flows out of the eye. There is no generic or over-the-counter version of Rocklatan, so people without insurance can expect to pay a higher retail price for Rocklatan eye drops than they would for many other eye pressure drops. However, a few strategies can help save money on a Rocklatan prescription.
What is the generic for Rocklatan?
Rocklatan is only available as a premium-priced brand-name drug. One ingredient, latanoprost, is a commonly prescribed, lower-priced generic drug. However, netarsudil is a patented drug that can be purchased alone as Rhopressa or in the combination drug Rocklatan. The earliest generic Rocklatan may be available in the United States is in 2034.
Is Rocklatan covered by insurance?
According to the manufacturer, Aerie Pharmaceuticals, 80% of insured patients are covered by Rocklatan. Both regular health insurance plans and Medicare Part D usually cover Rocklatan, but coverage is less likely under Medicaid. Tricare also covers Rocklatan, but the VA omits Rocklatan in its list of covered drugs. Insurance companies and Tricare may place restrictions on Rocklatan, such as prior authorization or quantity limits when covered. In addition, many insurance formularies classify Rocklatan in the highest copay tiers so that insured patients may find the out-of-pocket cost for Rocklatan much higher than other ocular hypertension drugs.
How much does Rocklatan cost without insurance?
The retail price for a single 2.5 mL vial of 0.02-0.005% ophthalmic solution of Rocklatan is about $390. A single 2.5 mL vial provides 40 days of doses if both eyes are being treated. In reality, that vial is intended as a 30-day supply. The extra medicine allows for mistakes when administering eye drops. If only one eye is treated, a 2.5 mL vial is closer to a 90-day supply if dosing is done perfectly. On average, 12 months of Rocklatan will cost close to $4,800 unless health insurance or other cost-saving measures are used to reduce the out-of-pocket cost.
If cost is a concern, ask the prescribing healthcare provider about alternative treatment options, including generic Cosopt (dorzolamide-timolol) or generic Combigan (brimonidine–timolol). There is no generic drug containing netarsudil, one of the co-ingredients in Rocklatan. The drug that works the most, like netarsudil, is ripasudil, but it is unavailable in the United States. Eye drops like brimonidine and latanoprost also help lower eye pressure by increasing fluid outflow from the eye but via a different mechanism than netarsudil. Because there are trade-offs, including the potential for allergic reactions or adverse side effects, be sure to get medical advice from an eye doctor (optometrist or ophthalmologist) before switching.
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Compare Rocklatan prices to related drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Rocklatan | $389 per 1, 2.5 ml of 0.02-0.005% solution | $268 per 1, 2.5 ml of 0.02-0.005% solution of brand-name Rocklatan | See latest prices |
| Latanoprost | $80 per 1, 2.5 ml of 0.005% solution | $7 per 1, 2.5 ml of 0.005% solution of generic latanoprost | See latest prices |
| Rhopressa | $356 per 1, 2.5 ml of 0.02% solution | $300 per 1, 2.5ML of 0.02% solution of brand-name Rhopressa | See latest prices |
| Vyzulta | $275 per 1, 2.5 ml of 0.024% solution | $230 per of 1, 2.5 ml of 0.024% brand-name Vyzulta | See latest prices |
| Cosopt | $251 per 1, 10 ml of 22.3-6.8 mg/ml solution | $14 per 1, 10 ml of 22.3-6.8 mg/ml solution of brand-name Cosopt | See latest prices |
| Timolol Maleate | $21 per 1, 5 ml of 0.5% solution | $1 per 1, 5 ml of 0.5% solution of brand-name Timolol Maleate | 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 link under “Savings options” to see the latest drug prices.
How to get Rocklatan without insurance
The full retail price for a 30-day supply of Rocklatan is $389. For some, that might be a big expense to add to the monthly bills. What are the next steps? Manufacturer coupons and rebates are rarely offered, so that’s not a dependable source of savings. Here are four better ways to save money on a Rocklatan prescription.
1. Use a SingleCare prescription discount card
The lowest SingleCare discount price for Rocklatan is $120 less than the average retail price using a SingleCare savings card. That can save over $1,400 a year. Sign up now and get an extra $3 off your next prescription
2. Request a free sample
The prescribing healthcare provider may have free samples. They may not be able to request them, but drug salespeople may have left them samples. It doesn’t hurt to ask. One week of free Rocklatan represents a savings of $90.
3. Shop pharmacies for the lowest price
Just by finding the lowest price in the area, uninsured patients can save as much as $50 off the average retail price. Actual discounts will vary based on the participating pharmacy. Visit SingleCare’s Rocklatan coupons page to find Rocklatan price comparisons between major pharmacy chains. Then compare these prices to available SingleCare discount prices for even greater savings.
4. Ask the prescriber about other eye pressure treatments
If even a SingleCare discount is not enough to make Rocklatan readily affordable, ask the prescribing healthcare professional about other treatment options. Five major drug types are FDA-approved to treat open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Four of them have generic representatives, and many of these are first-line treatments for glaucoma and high eye pressure: brimonidine, latanoprost, Lumigan (bimatoprost), dorzolamide, acetazolamide, and timolol. Ask the prescriber about other combination eye drops that can substitute for Rocklatan. There will be trade-offs, and some may not be appropriate for particular health conditions. Discuss effectiveness and side effects with the prescriber before switching.
