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Key takeaways
Synthroid is a man-made thyroid hormone that treats underactive thyroid as well as other thyroid conditions.
Generic levothyroxine offers the same clinical effectiveness as Synthroid but at a significantly lower cost—often under $10 for a 90-day supply with singlecare discount card.
For patients who need to stay on brand-name Synthroid due to medical reasons or physician recommendation, SingleCare provides an affordable way to maintain consistency in therapy without switching to a generic.
Synthroid (levothyroxine sodium) is a prescription thyroid hormone that treats an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) or slows the growth of thyroid cancer. Without insurance, Synthroid costs about $200for 90 days of once-daily tablets. Synthroid doses will change several times throughout treatment, but the retail price should not vary between dosage strengths. Although there are no over-the-counter substitutes for prescription thyroid hormones, people can save money by either switching to generic Synthroid or using a SingleCare discount.
Related: What is Synthroid?
How much does Synthroid cost without insurance?
Synthroid prices average $200 for a 90-day supply of 75 mcg tablets or a little over $3 per tablet. Health insurance can help cover much of this cost, but copays and other out-of-pocket costs will vary based on your insurance plan and its formulary.
Switching to generic Synthroid or another brand-name version of levothyroxine can unlock significant savings. Discount coupons can also help reduce the retail cost of Synthroid and its alternatives.
How much does brand-name/generic Synthroid cost?
Synthroid costs about $200 for a 90-day prescription. Switching to generic Synthroid can reduce that cost to less than $10 for the same number of tablets. In some cases, the healthcare provider can prescribe another brand-name alternative to Synthroid that may cost less such as Levoxyl, Tirosint, Unithroid, and Euthyrox. The prices can vary for these medications, but Euthyrox is usually lower in price than generic Synthroid.
Compare Synthroid prices to related drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Synthroid | $200 per 90, 75 mcg tablets of brand-name Synthroid | $148 per 90, 75 mcg tablets of brand-name Synthroid | See latest prices |
| Generic Synthroid (levothyroxine) | $69 per 90, 75 mcg tablets of generic Synthroid | $7 per 90, 75 mcg tablets of generic Synthroid | See latest prices |
| Euthyrox (levothyroxine) | $30 per 90, 75 mcg tablets | $3 per 90, 75 mcg tablets of brand-name Euthyrox | See latest prices |
| Levoxyl (levothyroxine) | $120 per 90, 75 mcg tablets | $7 per 90, 75 mcg tablets of brand-name Levoxyl | 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.
Synthroid costs by dose
Doses of Synthroid are very small and change several times throughout thyroid replacement treatment. As a general rule, the retail price does not vary based on dosage strength.
Compare Synthroid prices by strength |
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| Strength | SingleCare price of brand-name | SingleCare price of generic |
| 25 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $7 |
| 50 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $6 |
| 75 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $7 |
| 88 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $7 |
| 100 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $10 |
| 112 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $10 |
| 125 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $7 |
| 137 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $10 |
| 150 mcg of Synthroid | $148 | $10 |
| 175 mcg of Synthroid | $175 | $10 |
| 200 mcg of Synthroid | $175 | $10 |
| 300 mcg of Synthroid | $175 | $23 |
| See our lowest price for Synthroid without insurance | ||
Is Synthroid covered by insurance?
A valid prescription for Synthroid is covered by many private insurance plans, including Medicare Part D and Medicaid. Synthroid is a brand-name medication that is typically covered as a higher-tier drug. Most plans, however, prefer to cover levothyroxine sodium, the generic version of Synthroid.
How to get Synthroid covered by insurance
While most health insurance plans cover a Synthroid prescription, some may not. Even when Synthroid is covered, the insurance company may require prior authorization before approving the prescription. For people who have problems, generic levothyroxine is universally covered, so switching to the generic drug is an option. Patients can ask for a formulary exception. It will require the prescriber to file paperwork with the patient’s health insurance provider to justify the prescription.
How to get Synthroid without insurance
Synthroid can be challenging to pay for over the long term, especially for people without health insurance coverage. Manufacturer coupons, manufacturer patient assistance programs, or manufacturer savings cards may help, although they usually have strict eligibility criteria. The more certain way to save money is to use a SingleCare discount card.
1. Use SingleCare’s prescription savings program
Visit SingleCare’s Synthroid discount coupon page to choose a free coupon based on the lowest price of your medication at your favorite local pharmacy. Make sure to sign up for SingleCare’s free loyalty program to earn bonus savings every time you enjoy a SingleCare discount.
2. Ask a healthcare provider about generic Synthroid
The cash price of generic levothyroxine is usually lower than the cash price of brand-name Synthroid. However, there may be reasons why a healthcare professional prescribes brand-name Synthroid or a particular levothyroxine product, so ask your prescriber for medical advice about the most appropriate substitute for Synthroid.
3. Compare prices
Prescription drug pricing varies between pharmacies. A careful consumer can save as much as $80 on a 90-day supply of Synthroid by doing a little price-shopping. On the other hand, the manufacturer’s Synthroid Delivers program offers consistent pricing and mail-order delivery.
4. Visit a community health clinic
Consider visiting a community health clinic if you’re having trouble paying for generic or brand-name Synthroid. Some clinics can provide low-cost or free medical care, including prescription drugs, to eligible patients. If you’re uncertain, contact your city or county’s health department. They can direct you to community health clinics, medical programs, and even low-cost health insurance resources.
- Hypothyroidism, StatPearls
- Synthroid levothyroxine sodium tablet prescription drug information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine)