Key takeaways
Testosterone cypionate, a generic form of Depo-Testosterone, costs about $106 for a month’s supply without insurance.
Testosterone cypionate is usually covered by health insurance, Medicare Part D, and Medicaid for FDA-approved conditions. Of note, there are no FDA-approved testosterone formulations for women in the U.S.
Uninsured patients can save on testosterone cypionate by using a SingleCare prescription discount card, comparing pharmacy prices, or switching to another testosterone product.
Testosterone cypionate is a generic prescription testosterone injection for men with verified low testosterone levels. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), using regularly administered testosterone cypionate injections, is designed to restore androgen levels to the normal physiologic range and alleviate symptoms and complications. Healthcare professionals also prescribe testosterone cypionate injections off-label for transgender hormone therapy or delayed puberty. Insurance typically covers generic testosterone cypionate injections when used for FDA-approved conditions, but people without insurance and those using testosterone for off-label conditions have ways to significantly reduce the cost of the drug.
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What is the brand name for testosterone cypionate?
Depo-Testosterone is the brand-name version of testosterone cypionate.
Is testosterone cypionate covered by insurance?
Testosterone cypionate is usually covered by health insurance, Medicare Part D, and Medicaid for FDA-approved medical conditions. Most insurance plans put testosterone cypionate in their lowest copay tiers, though some plans may place the injection in higher copay tiers.
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How much does testosterone cypionate cost without insurance?
The cost of Depo-Testosterone without insurance is about the same as the testosterone cypionate price without insurance. For just the drug itself, testosterone cypionate costs an average of $106 for 2, 1 mL vials that contain 200 mg of testosterone cypionate each. For men with low testosterone, the dosage of testosterone cypionate ranges from 50 to 400 mg every two or four weeks. For a person getting 200 mg injections every two weeks, $106 will buy a 30-day supply of testosterone cypionate. This adds up to about $1,200 per year.
If testosterone cypionate is difficult to pay for without insurance, ask your prescribing healthcare provider about alternatives. Other testosterone injections, such as testosterone enanthate, are similar in price. However, other formats such as generic testosterone tablets, gels, or transdermal patches may be cheaper. Brand-name testosterone products such as Androgel will be more expensive than generic testosterone injections.
While there are dietary and lifestyle changes that can help raise testosterone levels, there is no supplement, over-the-counter medication, or herbal remedy that can effectively substitute for testosterone replacement therapy in those who truly need it.
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Compare testosterone prices |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Testosterone cypionate | $106 per 2, 1 mL of 200 mg/mL solution generic testosterone cypionate | $35 per 2, 1 mL of 200 mg/mL solution generic testosterone cypionate at Kroger or Harris Teeter | See latest prices |
| Brand-name Depo-Testosterone (testosterone cypionate) | $81 per 2, 1 mL of 200 mg/mL solution | $35 per 2, 1 mL of 200 mg/mL solution of brand-name Depo-Testosterone at CVS Pharmacy | See latest prices |
| Natesto (testosterone gel) | $383 per 1, 7.32 gm of 5.5 mg/act gel | $246 per 1, 7.32 gm of 5.5 mg/act gel of brand-name Natesto at Walgreens | See latest prices |
| Testim
(testosterone gel) |
$768 per 30, 5 gm of 50 mg/5 gm (1%) gel tubes | $88 per 30, 5 gm of 50 mg/5 gm (1%) gel packages of generic Testim at CVS Pharmacy | See latest prices |
| Jatenzo (testosterone undecanoate capsules) | $1,414 per 60, 237 mg capsules | $1,014 per 60, 237 mg capsules of brand-name Jatenzo at Kroger | See latest prices |
How to get testosterone cypionate without insurance
Paying the $106 average cost of TRT without insurance can be challenging every month. Although some manufacturers offer patient assistance programs or manufacturer coupons, these are usually reserved for brand-name drugs, not generic drugs like testosterone cypionate. Still, there are ways to save.
1. Use a SingleCare savings card
The best way to save on testosterone cypionate is to use a SingleCare prescription discount card. With a free coupon from SingleCare, you could pay $35 for two 200 mg vials of generic testosterone cypionate instead of $106. Members save even more, and it’s free to sign up.
2. Compare prices at different pharmacies
Two pharmacies in the same neighborhood often charge different prices for the same medication. Comparing prices can help you save, and SingleCare makes it easy. Simply search for testosterone cypionate on SingleCare.com or in the SingleCare app. Then type in your ZIP code, and
3. Ask for medical advice about other testosterone treatments
Talk to your healthcare provider about testosterone cypionate alternatives. Certain types of testosterone tablets, gels, or patches may be more affordable than testosterone cypionate.
4. Look into Medicaid
In any format, testosterone replacement therapy can be challenging. Testosterone replacement is a long-term endeavor, so the best long-term solution may be to look into Medicaid or the Medicare Low-Income Subsidy. These programs are designed to minimize or zero out healthcare expenses for eligible patients. They have similar income requirements, so visit your state’s Medicaid website for eligibility information.
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The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Jun. 15, 2026. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our coupon page for updated drug prices at pharmacies near you.
- Eligibility policy, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
- Help with drug costs, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (2026)
- Testosterone cypionate injection prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2022)
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