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Key takeaways
Tresiba Flextouch is a long-acting insulin for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
A single Tresiba FlexTouch injector with 300 units of insulin degludec costs approximately $145 without insurance.
Generic versions of Tresiba Flextouch are available for less, offering a lower-cost alternative to the brand-name product.
Patients can use a SingleCare prescription discount card to reduce the cost of Tresiba Flextouch to less than $50 for one 3 mL injector.
Other long-acting insulin options like insulin glargine are available, with prices varying by brand and quantity.
Tresiba Flextouch is a self-injected insulin product that controls high blood sugar levels in children and adults with Type 1 or 2 diabetes. The active ingredient is insulin degludec, a long-acting insulin that is slowly absorbed by the body. For people on insulin, long-acting insulin typically makes up one-half of each day’s dose. A single, 3 mL (300 unit) FlexTouch injector costs about $145 at the full retail price.
How much does Tresiba Flextouch cost without insurance?
Without insurance coverage, Tresiba Flextouch averages $145 for a 3 mL injector containing 300 units of insulin degludec. The cost per unit is 48 cents. Calculating the cost of a 30-day supply of Tresiba Flextouch will depend on the number of daily units prescribed.
Patients have some lower-cost FDA-approved basal insulin therapies. A 300-unit generic Tresiba Flextouch pen costs about $55 (18 cents per unit). Other long-acting insulin alternatives include insulin glargine. A Basaglar KwikPen prefilled pen containing 300 units of insulin glargine costs $95 (32¢ per unit). People might also save money by switching to syringe injections of long-acting insulin. Generic Lantus (insulin glargine) costs $320 for one 10 mL vial of 100 units/mL solution (32¢ per unit).
Over-the-counter drugs, herbal remedies, and supplements are unsuitable substitutes for insulin or prescription medications to control high blood sugar.
No matter which long-acting insulin is used, the most effective way to save money may be to use a SingleCare prescription discount card. With SingleCare, patients or their caregivers can pay as little as $37 for one 3 mL insulin degludec Flextouch of 100 units/mL solution, only 37 cents per unit.
How much does the generic Tresiba Flextouch cost?
The generic version of Tresiba is insulin degludec, which is available from one manufacturer, Novo Nordisk. Generic insulin degludec can be purchased as a vial for use with a syringe or in pen injector form called insulin degludec Flextouch. The generic Flextouch pen injector is identical to the Flextouch pen injector used with Tresiba Flextouch.
| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tresiba Flextouch | $145 per 1, 3 mL pen-injector of 100 units/mL solution | $47 per 1, 3 mL pen-injector of 100 unit/mL solution of brand-name Tresiba Flextouch | See latest prices |
| Generic Tresiba Flextouch | $55 per 1, 3 mL pen-injector of 100 units/mL solution | $37 per 1, 3 mL pen-injector of 100 unit/mL solution of generic insulin degludec Flextouch | See latest prices |
| Lantus | $320 per 1, 10 mL vial of 100 units/mL solution | $65 per 1, 10 mL vial of 100 unit/mL solution of brand-name Lantus | See latest prices |
| Basaglar KwikPen | $94 per 1, 3 mL pen-injector of 100 units/mL solution | $54 per 1, 3 mL pen-injector of 100 unit/mL solution of brand-name Basaglar KwikPen | See latest prices |
| Toujeo Solostar | $177 per 1, 1.5 mL pen-injector of 300 units/mL solution
(insulin degludec-liraglutide) | $58 per 1, 1.5 mL pen-injector of 300 unit/mL solution of brand-name Toujeo Solostar | See latest prices |
| Xultophy
(insulin degludec-liraglutide) | $315 per 1, 3 mL pen-injector of 100-3.6 unit-mg/mL solution | $238 per 1, 3 mL pen-injector of 100-3.6 unit-mg/mL solution of brand-name Xultophy | 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 “Savings options” link to see the latest drug prices.
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Tresiba Flextouch costs by dose
Tresiba FlexTouch comes in two concentrations: 100 units per milliliter and 200 units per milliliter. The insulin concentration does not affect dosing, but it does affect price. There is twice as much insulin in 3 mL of 200 units/mL Tresiba as in 3 mL of 100 units/mL Tresiba, costing twice as much.
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(per 3 mL injection pen) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Strength | SingleCare price of brand-name Tresiba Flextouch | SingleCare price of generic Tresiba Flextouch |
| 100 units/mL of Tresiba Flextouch | $47 | $37 |
| 200 units/mL of Tresiba Flextouch | $104 | $72 |
| See our lowest price for Tresiba Flextouch without insurance |
Is Tresiba Flextouch covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan. Tresiba Flextouch is a covered medication on 90% of health insurance plans, the majority of Medicare Part D drug plans, and Medicaid plans. Tresiba is usually placed in the middle copay tiers as a premium-priced insulin product. However, the manufacturer offers a copay card for people with commercial insurance. Other factors will also determine the final out-of-pocket cost.
How to get Tresiba Flextouch without insurance
Insulin affordability is a high priority for diabetes patients or their caregivers. Manufacturers like Novo Nordisk often offer patient assistance programs for uninsured patients, but not every person meets the eligibility requirements. Here are some suggestions for getting Tresiba Flextouch if health insurance is lacking, starting with SingleCare prescription medication savings.
1. Use a SingleCare savings card
With a free coupon from SingleCare, the cash price of generic Tresiba Flextouch can be as low as $37 for 300 units. SingleCare discounts vary depending on the participating pharmacy, so browse SingleCare’s Tresiba Flextouch coupon page for discounts at local pharmacies. The FAQs section on this page contains additional information about Tresiba savings. Make sure to sign up for SingleCare’s loyalty savings program so you can earn bonus savings offers.
2. Ask the prescribing healthcare provider about generic Tresiba
The only differences between brand-name Tresiba and its generic are the name and price. The generic Tresiba Flextouch is only $55 per 300 units or $37 when using a free coupon from SingleCare. You can also ask a healthcare professional for medical advice about other types of insulin.
3. Shop for the lowest price
The lowest pharmacy price for a single Tresiba Flextouch 100-unit injector pen is only $67, less than half the average price of $145. A quick comparison of pharmacy prices can be found on SingleCare’s Tresiba Flextouch price comparison table.
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