{"id":52129,"date":"2022-06-28T09:11:04","date_gmt":"2022-06-28T13:11:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=52129"},"modified":"2024-09-18T16:50:06","modified_gmt":"2024-09-18T20:50:06","slug":"cosentyx-without-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cosentyx-without-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"How much is Cosentyx without insurance?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"#is-cosentyx-covered-by-insurance\">Is Cosentyx covered by insurance?<\/a> | <a href=\"#how-much-does-cosentyx-cost-without-insurance\">How much does Cosentyx cost without insurance?<\/a> | <a href=\"#alternatives\">Cosentyx alternatives<\/a> | <a href=\"#factors\">Factors influencing Cosentyx cost<\/a> | <a href=\"#generic\">Generic Cosentyx<\/a> | <a href=\"#save\">How to save on Cosentyx<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cosentyx\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cosentyx<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (secukinumab) is an injectable prescription medication. It treats inflammatory skin conditions, such as plaque psoriasis and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/hidradenitis-suppurativa-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hidradenitis suppurativa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosentyx.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cosentyx<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also treats arthritis conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/psoriatic-arthritis-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">psoriatic arthritis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and enthesitis-related arthritis) and arthritis of the spine (ankylosing spondylitis and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis). The typical cash price of Cosentyx varies, but as of January 2024, the average retail price was $8,193.51 per dose, which is usually a month&#8217;s supply. Patients with prescription drug coverage or coupons will likely pay much less. Since Cosentyx can be pricey, we\u2019ve collected resources to help you save on your prescription.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-cosentyx-covered-by-insurance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Cosentyx covered by insurance?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cosentyx may or may not be covered by commercial health insurance or Medicare Part D. Some insurance plans do not include Cosentyx on their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/what-is-a-formulary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lists of covered drugs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The insurance plans that do cover Cosentyx may require <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prior-authorization\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prior authorization<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or step therapy, which is when other drugs are tried first. Some insurance formularies classify Cosentyx as a Tier 5 drug, so you may have a very high copay, even with insurance coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-does-cosentyx-cost-without-insurance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much does Cosentyx cost without insurance?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without insurance or coupons, the average retail price of Cosentyx is $8,193.51 per month for either a 150 mg or 300 mg self-injection package. Cost will vary depending on your prescribed dosage, insurance plan, and pharmacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"alternatives\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cosentyx alternatives<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cosentyx is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/monoclonal-antibodies\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">monoclonal antibody<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that suppresses the immune system to help clear symptoms of arthritic or psoriatic conditions, specifically by blocking interleukin-17A. These types of antibodies are classified as biologic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/drugs\/22683-dmards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (DMARDs).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other interleukin-17A inhibitors include <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/taltz\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taltz<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ixekizumab) and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/siliq\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Siliq<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (brodalumab). Both of these are comparably priced to or more expensive than Cosentyx, so switching to one of them may not help save you money.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most affordable alternatives to Cosentyx are traditional DMARDs. These are non-biologic immunosuppressants, such as methotrexate sodium, cyclosporine modified, Arava (leflunomide), Azulfidine (sulfasalazine), and Azasan (azathioprine).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Given Cosentyx&#8217;s versatility in treating multiple conditions, it&#8217;s best to discuss tailored treatment options with a healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\n<h3><span class=\"title\">Compare Cosentyx prices to related drugs<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<td><b>Drug name<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Price without insurance of brand-name drug<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>SingleCare price<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Savings options<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cosentyx\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cosentyx<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (secukinumab)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8,193 per one 150 mg prefilled syringe<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6,295 per one 150 mg prefilled syringe of brand-name Cosentyx<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cosentyx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More details<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cimzia\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cimzia <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(certolizumab pegol)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$7,022<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> per one kit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5,703 for one kit of brand-name Cizmia<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cimzia\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/remicade\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remicade <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(infliximab)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$7,085 per one vial of 100 mg solution<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No coupons available at this time. Check back periodically.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/remicade\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More details<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/humira-2-pen\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Humira <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(adalimumab)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8,955 per two pen-injectors<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6,377 per two pen-injectors of brand-name Humira<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/humira-2-pen\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/enbrel\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enbrel<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(etanercept)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8,431 per four 50 mg\/mL syringes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6,508 for four 50 mg\/mL syringes of brand-name Enbrel<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/enbrel\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tremfya\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tremfya<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(guselkumab)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$24,498 per one 100 mg\/mL pen<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$11,343 per one 100 mg\/mL pen of brand-name Tremfya<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tremfya\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/skyrizi\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skyrizi<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(risankizumab\u2010rzaa)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$11,381 per one 600 mg\/10 mL vial<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$9,198 per one 600 mg\/10 mL vial of brand-name Skyrizi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/skyrizi\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/taltz\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taltz<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(ixekizumab)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/pricinginfo.lilly.com\/taltz\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6,915.72<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> per one pen<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No coupons available at this time. Check back periodically.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/taltz\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More details<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/siliq\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Siliq<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(brodalumab)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5,985 per two 210 mg\/1.5 mL syringes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5,207 per two 210 mg\/1.5 mL syringes of brand-name Siliq<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/siliq\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/methotrexate-sodium\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methotrexate sodium<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$75 per two 50 mg\/2 mL vials of generic methotrexate sodium<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5 per two 50 mg\/2 mL vials of generic methotrexate sodium\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/methotrexate-sodium\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cyclosporine-modified\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cyclosporine modified<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$198 per 30, 100 mg capsules of generic cyclosporine modified<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$42 per 30, 100 mg capsules of generic cyclosporine modified<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cyclosporine-modified\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/arava\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arava<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/leflunomide\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">leflunomide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,743.79 per 30, 10 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$26 per 30, 20 mg tablets of generic leflunomide<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/arava\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/azulfidine\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Azulfidine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/sulfasalazine\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sulfasalazine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$129 per 60, 500 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$9 per 120, 500 mg tablets of generic sulfasalazine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/azulfidine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/azasan\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Azasan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/azathioprine\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">azathioprine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$344 per 30, 100 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$76 per 30, 100 mg tablets of generic azathioprine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/azasan\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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. The listed SingleCare price references the price of generic drugs, if available. Click the link under \u201cSavings options\u201d to see updated drug prices.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"factors\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factors influencing the cost of Cosentyx<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different variables can influence the cost of Cosentyx. Let\u2019s start with factors within your control: insurance and pharmacies. Insurance often makes prescriptions more affordable. As for pharmacies\u2014prescription medicine costs can vary by location. Additionally, online pharmacies sometimes offer prices that are different from those offered by brick-and-mortar pharmacies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biologic DMARDs vs. traditional DMARDs<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cosentyx is also expensive due to its innovative, highly effective biologic technology. Biologic DMARDs like Cosentyx, designed from living cells, offer targeted treatment for inflammation, but they come at a higher cost. \u201cCosentyx (and the entire class of \u2018biologics\u2019 medications) are very expensive but also life-changing,\u201d says Todd Minars, MD, board-certified dermatologist at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.minarsdermatology.com\/about-staff\/todd-minars-md\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minars Dermatology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/biosimilars\/biological-product-innovation-and-competition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">biologics are the fastest-growing medication class<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the United States. Traditional DMARDs were the primary option before, but they lacked the precision of biologic DMARDs. Traditional DMARDs are still available and are typically more affordable but less effective than biologic DMARDs like Cosentyx.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c[Cosentyx\u2019s] cost really has to do with the extensive research and development that has gone into this type of medication,\u201d explains <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/facetdermatology.com\/en-us\/pages\/our-team\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geeta Yadav, MD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, dermatologist and founder of FACET Dermatology. \u201cCosentyx and its competitors are highly targeted therapies for psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and other auto-inflammatory conditions.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"generic\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there a generic Cosentyx?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is currently no generic form of Cosentyx since it<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the original biologic medication of its type to be FDA-approved in the United States. If a generic equivalent for Cosentyx ever hits the market, it will be called a \u201cbiosimilar.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cCurrently, there is no secukinumab [Cosentyx] biosimilar approved and available for use in the United States or Canada,\u201d Dr. Yadav says. \u201cA biosimilar is very similar to the originator or innovator molecule and is manufactured typically after the patent expires on the originator molecule.\u201d Even when <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30446980\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">biosimilar versions of a biologic drug<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> exist, strong patent protections for the original biologic often delay the release of the biosimilar for use by the general public.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there\u2019s no generic biosimilar for Cosentyx, there\u2019s a new biosimilar on the market as an alternative to Cosentyx: \u201cThe first biosimilar for any of the biologics came out recently, and it was for Humira,\u201d Dr. Minars says.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"save\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to save on Cosentyx without insurance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biologic prescription medications like Cosentyx can be expensive. Sometimes, manufacturers offer coupons or patient assistance programs, but eligibility is often limited for these discounts. Here are reliable ways to save on Cosentyx without insurance:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use SingleCare discounts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. At participating pharmacies, a SingleCare prescription discount card can shave up to 80% off the list price of medications. Your SingleCare discount card is free with no strings attached (no copays, fees, premiums, or expirations). All you need to qualify is a valid prescription for your medication. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription-discount-card\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get your SingleCare prescription discount card here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and check back periodically for available Cosentyx coupons.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use health insurance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Health insurance may make Cosentyx more affordable than its list price. When choosing a health insurance plan, inquire whether it covers Cosentyx and which tier it is in. If insurance doesn\u2019t cover Cosentyx, it may cover a Cosentyx alternative.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply for patient assistant programs. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Novartis Pharmaceuticals, the manufacturer of Cosentyx, has two savings options. Patients whose insurance is approved may be eligible for $0 copays once enrolled in its copay program, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/connect.cosentyx.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cosentyx Connect<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For those with private insurance coverage that isn\u2019t initially approved, its program <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosentyx.com\/all\/treatment-cost\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covered Until You\u2019re Covered<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> supplies qualifying patients with up to two years of Cosentyx for free while working with their provider to gain coverage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Compare pharmacy prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. According to Dr. Minars, Cosentyx often requires specialty pharmacy orders with limited options available for pickup. Before your healthcare provider submits your prescription, ask if there are multiple pharmacy options with different prices. For additional savings, see if any pharmacies take SingleCare discount cards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Try Cosentyx alternatives<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Ask your healthcare provider about affordable alternatives to Cosentyx. Depending on your reason for treatment, possible substitutes include Humira, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/enbrel-vs-cosentyx\/\">Enbrel<\/a>, Skyrizi, Tremfya, and Taltz. Dr. Minars recommends the last three for treating psoriasis. For psoriasis and arthritis, ask your healthcare provider about \u201ctraditional DMARD\u201d alternatives that might be more affordable, such as methotrexate sodium, cyclosporine modified, Azasan<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(azathioprine), Azulfidine<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(sulfasalazine), and Arava<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(leflunomide). These may not be as potent as biologic DMARDs like Cosentyx, but they generally cost less, especially when coupling a generic with SingleCare discounts.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Try narrow-band UVB therapy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cAnother non-medication option for extensive psoriasis is narrow-band UVB therapy,\u201d Dr. Minars says. \u201cHome units are available and [are] sometimes covered by insurance. These would have to be prescribed and managed by a dermatologist.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is Cosentyx covered by insurance? | How much does Cosentyx cost without insurance? | Cosentyx alternatives | Factors influencing Cosentyx cost | Generic Cosentyx | How to save on Cosentyx Cosentyx (secukinumab) is an injectable prescription medication. It treats inflammatory skin conditions, such as plaque psoriasis and hidradenitis suppurativa. 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