{"id":631652,"date":"2025-03-13T19:26:20","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T23:26:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=631652"},"modified":"2025-10-21T15:03:03","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T19:03:03","slug":"aripiprazole-savings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/aripiprazole-savings\/","title":{"rendered":"6 ways to save money on aripiprazole"},"content":{"rendered":"

Aripiprazole<\/span><\/a> (generic for the <\/span>brand-name drug Abilify<\/span>) is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (<\/span>FDA<\/span>) for the <\/span>treatment of schizophrenia<\/span>, <\/span>bipolar I disorder<\/span>, autism spectrum disorders, Tourette syndrome, and as an add-on treatment for depression. It belongs to the class of drugs called <\/span>atypical antipsychotics<\/span>, also known as second-generation antipsychotics, which work by regulating the chemical messengers in your brain, that is, the levels of dopamine and serotonin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI usually prescribe this medicine as an adjunct treatment for depression in someone already taking an antidepressant. It is also used for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia because it is an antipsychotic,\u201d <\/span>says <\/span>Julian Lagoy, MD, board-certified psychiatrist with Mindpath Health based in San Jose, CA.<\/span><\/p>\n

Without insurance or discounts, prescription drugs<\/span> such as <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> are expensive, and it\u2019s well documented that high drug costs affect medication adherence, often leading to worse health outcomes for patients, according to a survey by <\/span>Kaiser Family Foundation<\/span><\/i>. Fortunately, there are ways to save money on <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>. This article provides six<\/span> aripiprazole<\/span> savings tips to help you afford your medication without breaking a sweat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How much does <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> cost?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The average retail price for <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> is $913 for 30, 5 mg tablets. However, pricing varies depending on form, strength, quantity, insurance coverage, pharmacy used, and location.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Aripiprazole<\/span> is typically covered by commercial, <\/span>Medicare<\/span>, or <\/span>Medicaid<\/span> plans, but coverage varies by plan. Consult with your insurance provider for more information on deductibles, <\/span>co-pays<\/span>, premiums, and other details about your coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, certain plans may require your doctor to obtain<\/span> prior authorization<\/span><\/a> before it covers <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>\u2014and <\/span>commercial insurance<\/span> plans often enforce<\/span> quantity limits<\/span><\/a> on the amount of the drug covered over a certain period. As such, the person may pay out of pocket for <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> if they need additional supplies beyond the limit.<\/span><\/p>\n

The good news is that with the SingleCare free-to-use prescription discount card, you can get <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> at significantly lower prices in your local pharmacies\u2014$16 for 30, 5 mg tablets at participating pharmacies.<\/span><\/p>\n

Can I get <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> for free?<\/span><\/h2>\n

A person may get certain types of injectable, long-acting Abilify (brand-name <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>) for free through the <\/span>Otsuka <\/span>Patient Assistance<\/span> Foundation<\/span><\/a> (OPAF).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

According to OPAF, people who are uninsured, underinsured, or have access barriers may submit an application with their <\/span>healthcare provider<\/span>\u2014including documents showing proof of household gross income\u2014via the OPAF care portal to check their eligibility. If eligible, you may receive injectable Abilify at no cost through the OPAF program.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to save money on <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span><\/h2>\n

Here are options to consider for <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> savings.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Use the SingleCare <\/span>savings program<\/span><\/h3>\n

With the SingleCare discount <\/span>coupon<\/span>, you can get <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> for $16 for 30, 5mg tablets, significantly lower than the retail price of $913 for the same quantity. Keep in mind that SingleCare prices vary depending on quantity, strength, form, and pharmacy. Enter your zip code on the SingleCare website or app to compare <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> prices at participating pharmacies near you. <\/span>SingleCare <\/span>savings cards<\/span><\/a> can be used in over 35,000 pharmacies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Check for <\/span>patient assistance programs<\/span><\/h3>\n

Some pharmaceutical manufacturers provide financial assistance to help people without <\/span>health insurance<\/span> and those within the low-income bracket access their <\/span>prescription drugs<\/span>. For instance, <\/span>Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc<\/span>., through the OPAF program, provides <\/span>Abilify Maintena<\/span> (<\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>) extended-release injectable suspension and <\/span>Abilify<\/span> Asimtufii (<\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>) extended-release injectable suspension for <\/span>eligible patients<\/span> at no cost. The caveat is that you need to submit an application and may or may not meet the eligibility criteria.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Ask the pharmacist about a volume discount<\/span><\/h3>\n

Discuss with your <\/span>healthcare provider<\/span> about getting a 90-day supply of the medication. Some pharmacies will reduce the price of <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> when purchasing a large quantity.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Compare prices<\/span><\/h3>\n

Whether independent, chain, or mail-order pharmacy, the prices are never the same. For a good bargain, call different pharmacies, ask about prices for <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>, and choose the best price. To make it easier, use<\/span> SingleCare\u2019s drug lookup tool<\/span><\/a> to search for <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> and compare prices near you.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Use a licensed mail-order pharmacy\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Mail-order pharmacies<\/span><\/a> are cheaper alternatives for ordering medications by mail or online and having them delivered at home. If your insurance provider encourages mail-order, you can get a 90-day supply of mail-order <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> at a much-reduced price.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Discuss saving options with a <\/span>healthcare professional<\/span><\/h3>\n

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist. They may advise you on available savings options that can help you afford your medication or recommend safe and effective alternatives to <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Is there a cheaper alternative to <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you can\u2019t afford <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span> and none of the above suggestions for saving work, you may consider cheaper alternatives. Discuss this with your <\/span>healthcare provider<\/span> so they can recommend low-cost substitutes that will be just as effective.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cQuite frankly, there is not a cheaper alternative to <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>, considering it is one of the only antipsychotics that functions as a dopamine receptor partial agonist, meaning it binds to dopamine receptors in the brain and activates them. But it only produces a partial response compared to our brain\u2019s natural dopamine supply,\u201d says<\/span> Paul Pastolero<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>MD, a psychiatrist with Salience Health, providing adolescent and adult psychiatry in Frisco, Allen, and McKinney, TX.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, he says that alternatives would vary from patient to patient depending on the condition being treated. \u201cFor augmentation of major depressive disorder, cost-friendly alternatives such as bupropion could be considered,\u201d Dr. Pastolero says. \u201cOther antipsychotics, like quetiapine, risperidone, or olanzapine, are also potential alternative antipsychotics, but their <\/span>side effect<\/span> profile\u2014such as <\/span>weight gain<\/span>, <\/span>high blood sugar<\/span>, and hyperlipidemia\u2014would often make them less desirable.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Compare prices of possible aripiprazole alternatives<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Drug name<\/b><\/td>\nPrice without insurance\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\nSingleCare price for generic equivalen<\/b>t\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nCoupons<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bupropion XL<\/span><\/td>\n$146 for 30, 300 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n$12 for 30, 300 mg tablets of bupropion XL<\/span><\/td>\nBupropion XL <\/span>coupon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Olanzapine<\/span><\/td>\n$307 for 30, 5 mg tablets of olanzapine\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n$12 for 30, 5 mg tablets of olanzapine<\/span><\/td>\nOlanzanpine <\/span>coupon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Quetiapine<\/span><\/td>\n$126 for 30, 25 mg tablets of quetiapine\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n$7 for 30, 25 mg tablets of quetiapine\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nQuetiapine <\/span>coupon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Risperidone<\/span><\/td>\n$131 for 30, 1 mg tablets of risperidone<\/span><\/td>\n$4 for 30, 1 mg tablets of risperidone<\/span><\/td>\nRisperidone <\/span>coupon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Prescription drug<\/span><\/i> prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing. The listed SingleCare price references the price of generic drugs if available. Click the link under \u201c<\/span><\/i>Coupons<\/span><\/i>\u201d to see the latest drug prices.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Do not change a prescription without a go-ahead from the <\/span>healthcare provider<\/span>. Only a <\/span>healthcare provider<\/span> can provide <\/span>medical advice<\/span> on safe and appropriate alternatives for you and your diagnosis. Additionally, if your healthcare provider recommends changing your medicine, they will have to guide you on how to switch from one medication to the other.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Aripiprazole comes with a <\/span>boxed warning<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>important safety information.<\/span> Older adults with dementia-related psychosis have a higher risk of death when taking an antipsychotic drug. Therefore, aripiprazole should not be used in people with dementia-related psychosis. Additionally, as with all drugs that can be used to treat depression, aripiprazole has a warning about increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Common <\/span>side effects<\/span> associated with <\/span>aripiprazole include<\/span>:<\/span><\/p>\n

People covered by<\/span> Medicare<\/span><\/a> need<\/span> a Part D plan<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>Medicare<\/span> Advantage plan that includes <\/span>prescription drug<\/span> benefits to pay for <\/span>aripiprazole<\/span>. <\/span>Medicaid<\/span> coverage, however, varies by state, as each state has its own policies for <\/span>prescription drug<\/span> coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n