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Vraylar (cariprazine) is a prescription brand-name drug used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, and as an add-on for major depressive disorder (MDD).
Without health insurance coverage, a 30-day supply (1.5 mg capsules) costs around $2,057, or roughly $69 per capsule.
There’s no generic yet, but you can save through SingleCare coupons, price shopping, or patient assistance programs for those who qualify.
Vraylar is an antipsychotic drug that helps treat conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and depression. Its active ingredient, cariprazine, works by balancing dopamine and serotonin levels. Without health insurance, the cost of Vraylar can be overwhelming for many people, especially since it’s a brand-name medication with no generic version. However, there are practical ways to lower the cost through savings cards, patient assistance programs, or alternative drugs that have similar benefits at a more affordable price.
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How much does Vraylar cost without insurance?
Without insurance coverage, a 30-day supply of Vraylar 1.5 mg capsules can cost around $2,057 on average. Vraylar is intended to be used long-term, so 12 months of Vraylar treatment could easily exceed $24,000 at full retail price.
The cost without insurance can vary by pharmacy and location. In addition, other factors like dosage and strength can play a role in determining potential costs. Higher-strength Vraylar capsules could cost slightly more than lower-strength ones.
How much does brand-name/generic Vraylar cost?
There’s currently no generic version of Vraylar in the United States. All new prescriptions are for brand-name Vraylar made by AbbVie, which has patents that extend until 2029. In other words, no generic drugs can be substituted until then. When generics become available, they will likely reduce the cost of Vraylar.
| Drug Name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vraylar | $2,057 per 30, 1.5mg capsules | $1,371 per 30, 1.5mg capsules | See updated prices |
| Geodon (ziprasidone) | $884 per 30, 40mg capsules | $24 per 30, 40mg capsules of generic Geodon | See updated prices |
| Seroquel (quetiapine) | $257 per 30, 100mg tablets | $9 per 30, 100mg tablets of generic Seroquel | See updated prices |
| Risperdal (risperidone) | $373 per 30, 1mg tablets | $9 per 30, 1mg tablets of generic Risperdal | See updated prices |
| Zyprexa (olanzapine) | $636 per 30, 5mg tablets | $13 per 30, 5mg tablets of generic Zyprexa | See updated prices |
| Abilify (aripiprazole) | $880 per 30, 5mg tablets | $16 per 30, 5mg tablets of generic Abilify | See updated prices |
| Invega (paliperidone ER) | $1,027 per 30, 6mg tablets | $36 per 30, 6mg tablets of generic Invega | See updated prices |
| Saphris (asenapine) | $637 per refill of 30, 10mg tablet sublinguals | $65 per 30, 10mg tablet sublinguals of generic Saphris | See updated prices |
| Clozaril (clozapine) | $1,620 per 84, 100mg tablets | $24 per 30, 50mg tablets | See updated prices |
| Rexulti (brexpiprazole) | $2,025 per 30, 1mg tablets | $1,420 per
30, 1 mg tablets | See updated prices |
| Latuda (lurasidone) | $1,862 per 30, 40mg tablets | $23 per 30, 40mg tablets for generic Latuda | See updated prices |
Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing in zip code 23666. 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.
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Vraylar costs by dose
Vraylar is available in several strengths: 1.5 mg, 3 mg, 4.5 mg, and 6 mg. Since it’s a once-per-day medication, most prescriptions are filled as a 30-day supply. Although all capsules contain the same active ingredient, the total costs can change depending on the strength and dosage prescribed.
| (per 30 capsules) | |
|---|---|
| Strength | SingleCare price of brand-name Vraylar |
| 1.5 mg of Vraylar | $1,371 |
| 3 mg of Vraylar | $1,402 |
| 4.5 mg of Vraylar | $1,404 |
| 6 mg of Vraylar | $1,404 |
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Is Vraylar covered by insurance?
Vraylar is commonly covered by commercial health insurance, Medicare Part D, and Medicaid. However, you may be responsible for out-of-pocket costs like copays or coinsurance amounts. The out-of-pocket costs can vary by plan and whether you’ve met your deductible.
Coverage also depends on your plan’s formulary or preferred drug list. As a brand-name prescription medication, Vraylar may be on a higher tier with higher costs than generic drugs or other brand-name medications on lower tiers.
How to get Vraylar covered by insurance
If your plan doesn’t automatically cover Vraylar, there are a few things you and your healthcare provider can do to help get it approved. Your healthcare provider can send a prior authorization to your insurance company explaining why you need Vraylar and why other medications may not have worked for you.
Some insurance plans also require step therapy, which means they want you to try other, lower-cost drugs first. If you’ve already done that or had side effects, your provider can document that when they request an exception.
It can also help to call your insurance company directly and ask if Vraylar is on your plan’s formulary. They can tell you if there are any requirements or if another pharmacy might offer a lower price.
How to get Vraylar without insurance
At a retail cost of almost $70 per pill, Vraylar can be hard to access month after month without health insurance or other help. AbbVie, the drug’s manufacturer, may offer a patient assistance program, but many people might not meet the eligibility criteria. Instead, other savings options are available.
1. Use a SingleCare savings card
The most immediate way to save on a Vraylar prescription is to use a free coupon from SingleCare at participating local pharmacies. SingleCare’s lowest price for Vraylar is $1,371 for a 30-day supply of 1.5 mg tablets. This represents a savings of close to $700 off the average retail price of $2,057 for that same prescription.
2. Find the lowest price
Prices vary between pharmacies. Finding the lowest pharmacy price for Vraylar can save as much as $200 per month. Combine that with a SingleCare savings card and the discount could reach even more per month. Some mail-order pharmacies may offer additional savings or allow you to purchase a 90-day supply of the drug for less per month.
3. Ask the prescribing healthcare provider for a free sample
Mental health professionals may have free short-term samples for new eligible patients. Free samples, however, are not a permanent solution. They will run out in a few weeks or a month, but at least this buys time to see if Vraylar is effective in controlling symptoms or research other options.
4. Purchase health insurance
For long-term treatment involving expensive brand-name medications, health insurance may be the most durable cost-saving option. Start by visiting the online health insurance marketplace in your state to research plan options and prices. Consider talking to an agent to make sure the policy covers Vraylar with minimal fuss and cost.
5. Enroll in Medicaid
For many, commercial insurance coverage is still too costly to afford. In that case, government-funded insurance programs like Medicaid may be a viable option. Premiums, deductibles, and copays are low or nonexistent depending on financial need. Each state provides a website that explains eligibility criteria, the enrollment process, and additional information that may be helpful.
6. Ask a healthcare professional for medical advice about other drugs
As a last resort, consider switching to another medication similar to Vraylar. Other atypical antipsychotics may be available as lower-cost generics that are as effective as Vraylar. For example, Risperdal (risperidone), Zyprexa (olanzapine), and Seroquel (quetiapine) may offer similar benefits at lower prices. Discuss potential options with your healthcare provider.
- Highlights of prescribing information, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (2024)
- Drug label information, DailyMed (2024)