Key takeaways
Some insurance providers cover Vyvanse, while most cover generic Vyvanse.
Vyvanse can cost over $555 per month without insurance.
Many other lower-priced stimulants can be used instead of Vyvanse or generic Vyvanse to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or binge eating disorder.
Vyvanse is a brand-name prescription drug that treats attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children and binge eating disorder (BED) in adults. The active ingredient in Vyvanse is lisdexamfetamine, a type of central nervous system stimulant. Vyvanse is a premium-priced drug, but there is a lower-priced generic alternative.
How much does Vyvanse cost without insurance?
The retail price of Vyvanse can vary depending on the dose prescribed. A 30-day supply of 30 mg capsules costs around $555, or about $19 per pill. Vyvanse chewable tablets cost about the same as the regular tablets. At that price, uninsured patients can expect to spend at least $6,500 per year.
How much do brand-name and generic Vyvanse cost?
Brand-name Vyvanse costs about $19 per 30 mg capsule (around $555 a month). A generic version, lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, sells for an average of $323 for a 30-day supply of 30 mg tablets. On average, SingleCare members can purchase that same lisdexamfetamine 30 mg prescription for $66.
There are no effective over-the-counter treatment options that can be used instead of Vyvanse.
Compare Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) prices to related drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance | Average SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Vyvanse | $555 for 30, 30 mg capsules | $91 for 30, 30 mg capsules of generic Vyvanse at CVS | See latest prices |
| Generic Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) | $323 for 30, 30 mg capsules | $66 at CVS for 30, 30 mg capsules of generic Vyvanse | See latest prices |
| Generic Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine XR) | $256 for 30, 30 mg capsules | $33 at CVS for 30, 30 mg capsules of generic Adderall XR | See latest prices |
| Generic Concerta (methylphenidate ER) | $218 30, 20 mg tablets | $38 at Albertsons for 30, 20 mg tablets of generic Concerta | See latest prices |
| Generic Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate ER) | $329 for 30, 20 mg capsules | $43 at CVS for 30, 20 mg tablets of generic Focalin XR | See latest prices |
| Generic Strattera (atomoxetine) | $215 for 30, 40 mg capsules | $30 at CVS for 30, 40 mg capsules of generic Strattera | See latest prices |
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Vyvanse costs by dose
Many brand-name drugs cost the same regardless of dosage strength. Vyvanse is often no different. However, quantities will affect the final out-of-pocket price.
Compare Vyvanse prices by strength |
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| Strength | SingleCare price of brand-name | Average SingleCare price of generic Vyvanse |
| 10 mg of Vyvanse | $386 at Kroger | $60 at CVS |
| 20 mg of Vyvanse | $387at Kroger | $66 at CVS |
| 30 mg of Vyvanse | $387 at Kroger | $66 at CVS |
| 40 mg of Vyvanse | $387 at Kroger | $66 at CVS |
| 50 mg of Vyvanse | $387 at Kroger | $74 at CVS |
| 60 mg of Vyvanse | $387 at Kroger | $79 at CVS |
| 70 mg of Vyvanse | $387 at Kroger | $79 at CVS |
Is Vyvanse covered by insurance?
Some health insurance companies do cover Vyvanse, such as Cigna or Kaiser Permanente, and some may cover the generic version, such as Anthem. It is always best to check the specific formulary for coverage information. Medicare drug plans generally don’t cover Vyvanse, but do cover generic Vyvanse.
The out-of-pocket cost of Vyvanse or its generic is hard to predict. The copay can vary dramatically across insurance plans. Different companies place these drugs on different copay tiers, some on the lowest tier and some on the highest.
How to get Vyvanse covered by insurance
Although a health insurance plan may not cover Vyvanse, they are likely to cover generic Vyvanse. Coverage for generic Vyvanse may still be declined because the price is not that much lower than brand-name Vyvanse.
If both Vyvanse and the generic version are declined, the first step to getting coverage is to check that the drug is being prescribed for an FDA-approved medical condition. Approval is more likely if you need Vyvanse for a binge eating disorder since there are so few FDA-approved medications for that condition.
If the insurance provider covers Vyvanse or its generic, coverage may require that other drugs be tried first, a process called step therapy. Coverage may also require prior authorization. The prescriber must write out a reason for the prescription and why other drugs won’t work.
How to get Vyvanse without insurance
Vyvanse prices can be challenging for some people without health insurance coverage. Patient assistance programs or manufacturer coupons can help, but there may be eligibility requirements. Luckily, there are many ways to manage the cost of a Vyvanse prescription.
1. Use a SingleCare coupon
Get immediate Vyvanse savings without filling out an enrollment application, shopping around, or considering other medications. Compared to the cash price of brand-name Vyvanse, you can save thousands of dollars annually on generic Vyvanse with a free SingleCare coupon. Registered SingleCare members can earn additional bonus savings on future purchases.
Save up to 80% on Vyvanse with SingleCare
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2. Shop around
Most people don’t know that drug prices vary from pharmacy to pharmacy. All drugs have a list price, but some pharmacies charge more than others. Use SingleCare’s Vyvanse coupon page to find the pharmacy with the lowest price.
3. Ask the prescriber about generic ADHD medications
Get medical advice from the prescribing healthcare professional about less expensive ADHD prescription medications that can be readily substituted for Vyvanse. For binge eating disorder, Vyvanse is the only prescription stimulant currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration for that problem. Generic Vyvanse, lisdexamfetamine, can be used as an alternative.
4. Talk to county or city health officials
In more populated areas, county and municipal health departments can direct patients to resources to help them pay for medications. These include community health clinics and other health programs.
5. Consider Medicaid or CHIP
Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is unlikely to pay for a brand-name Vyvanse prescription, but it will likely cover many lower-priced generic alternatives.
The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Jul. 23, 2026. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our coupon page for updated drug prices at pharmacies near you.
- FDA approves multiple generics of ADHD and BED treatment, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (2023)
- Cigna Healthcare drug lists for plans offered by employers, Cigna Healthcare (2026)
- Kaiser Permanente: 2025 commercial marketplace formulary, Kaiser Permanente (2025)
- National drug list, Anthem (2026)
- ADHD medications approved by the FDA, Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), 2021
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