{"id":634765,"date":"2025-12-18T19:34:42","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T00:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=634765"},"modified":"2025-12-18T19:34:42","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T00:34:42","slug":"brilinta-savings-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/brilinta-savings-card\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Brilinta savings tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brilinta<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>ticagrelor<\/span>) is an antiplatelet medication often prescribed for people who have Acute Coronary Syndrome (<\/span>ACS<\/span>), <\/span>coronary artery disease<\/span>, or a history of <\/span>heart attack<\/span> or stroke. Clinical trials have shown that it\u2019s highly effective in reducing the risk of <\/span>heart attack<\/span>, stroke, and cardiovascular death. However, <\/span>Brilinta<\/span>\u2019s out-of-pocket costs can appear insurmountable, especially for individuals without insurance coverage. The good news is that there are some other ways to save, and we\u2019ve outlined them here.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

Let\u2019s imagine for a moment that insurance coverage, coupons, and other savings don\u2019t exist. How much should you expect to<\/span> pay out of pocket for <\/span>Brilinta<\/span><\/a>? For <\/span>cash-paying patients<\/span>, the average retail price is $627 for 60, <\/span>90mg tablets<\/span>. The average dosage is 90mg, taken twice a day, so the price breaks down to around $21 per day, which could add up to over $7,500 for an entire year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, not everyone pays that price. Many people can receive coverage from their <\/span>health insurance<\/span> or <\/span>Medicare Part D<\/span> plans. These plans often cover <\/span>Brilinta<\/span>, although some may prefer generic <\/span>ticagrelor<\/span> instead, which is typically much cheaper and bioequivalent to the name-brand <\/span>Brilinta<\/span>. <\/span>Medicaid<\/span> will also often cover <\/span>Brilinta<\/span> or<\/span> generic <\/span>ticagrelor<\/span><\/a>, but only for people who meet their state\u2019s income requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Edmond Hakimi, DO<\/span><\/a>, medical director at<\/span> Wellbridge<\/span><\/a>, says you should \u201censure that your insurance formulary covers the drug or one that is comparable and ask if prior authorization or step therapy is required.\u201d Prior authorization is a process by which the insurance company confirms that a drug is medically necessary, which may require your healthcare provider to submit additional documentation. Step therapy means you need to try other antiplatelet medications and fail this method before changing to <\/span>Brilinta<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

There are a couple of ways to get <\/span>Brilinta<\/span> for free. However, some of them only provide a limited amount, so they aren\u2019t all long-term solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Sample packs: <\/b>Some <\/span>healthcare<\/span> providers offer sample packs of specific medications, allowing patients to try them at no cost. It\u2019s usually only a few doses, though.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Free trial for <\/b>Medicare<\/b>\/<\/b>Medicaid<\/b> patients: <\/b>AstraZeneca<\/span> (<\/span>Brilinta<\/span>\u2019s manufacturer) advertises a program that will provide eligible <\/span>Medicare<\/span> or <\/span>Medicaid<\/span> beneficiaries with one month of <\/span>Brilinta<\/span> for free. After that, you\u2019ll need to use <\/span>Medicare<\/span> insurance coverage and\/or pay out of pocket.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. AZ&Me: <\/b>This is <\/span>AstraZeneca<\/span>\u2019s patient assistance program, which provides <\/span>Brilinta<\/span> and other <\/span>AstraZeneca products<\/span> at no cost for <\/span>eligible patients<\/span>. But to qualify, you can\u2019t have any <\/span>commercial insurance<\/span> coverage, or coverage from any government-funded programs\u2014other than <\/span>Medicare<\/span>. Additionally, you can\u2019t receive medication payment assistance from any other sources, and your annual income must be at or below 300\u2013500% of the federal poverty level.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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

    Not everyone has insurance, and not everyone qualifies for free medications, either. Treatment adherence is crucial. \u201cBecause missed doses in antiplatelet therapy can have serious consequences such as clotting, stroke, and cardiovascular issues, I recommend that you engage your physician, cardiologist, and pharmacy about cost before starting or continuing the drug,\u201d Dr. Hakimi says. \u201cIf the out-of-pocket cost is very high, don\u2019t skip the drug, but work the system to make it affordable for you.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

    Here are a few of the most effective ways to save:<\/span><\/p>\n

    1. Free <\/span>Brilinta<\/span> coupons<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Go to a grocery store, and you can get coupons for plenty of different food products. Visit SingleCare to find coupons for thousands of <\/span>prescription drugs<\/span>, including <\/span>Brilinta<\/span>. All you have to do is sign up for free, then bring your coupon card to any <\/span>participating pharmacy<\/span>. You could pay as little as $31 for 60, <\/span>90mg tablets<\/span> at CVS, which is hundreds less than the $627 average monthly retail price.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The discounted prices will vary depending on the quantity, strength, form, and pharmacy. Use SingleCare\u2019s<\/span> drug lookup tool<\/span><\/a> to find the location with the lowest prices near you.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t

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    Save up to 80% on Brilinta with SingleCare<\/p>\n\t\t\t

    Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. SingleCare helps find the best price for you.<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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    2. <\/span>Brilinta savings card<\/span><\/h3>\n

    \u201cSome key strategies for saving that I recommend are using the manufacturer\u2019s savings card or coupon to reduce out-of-pocket costs,\u201d Dr. Hakimi says. \u201cBut keep in mind that the <\/span>Brilinta<\/span> card has terms and <\/span>eligibility<\/span> rules.\u201d To obtain the card, you must be at least 18 <\/span>years of age<\/span>, reside in the U.S., have a <\/span>valid prescription<\/span> for <\/span>Brilinta<\/span>, and have <\/span>commercial insurance<\/span> that covers only part of the medication\u2019s cost. On top of that, you can\u2019t be enrolled in any government-funded assistance, like <\/span>Medicare<\/span>, <\/span>Medicaid<\/span>, TRICARE, or VA benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n

    If you qualify, <\/span>AstraZeneca<\/span> says you might pay as little as $5 per month. But there\u2019s a savings limit of $200 per <\/span>30-day supply<\/span>, so if your out-of-pocket costs are much higher than that, you still might have a significant <\/span>copay<\/span>. It all depends on how much your insurance covers.<\/span><\/p>\n

    3. Government assistance<\/span><\/h3>\n

    We\u2019ve already mentioned <\/span>Medicaid<\/span>, but it\u2019s worth noting that you can qualify for it even if you don\u2019t have <\/span>Medicare<\/span> or other insurance\u2014you just need to meet your state\u2019s income requirements. <\/span>Medicaid<\/span> copays<\/span> vary by state, but<\/span> federal law dictates<\/span><\/a> that they can\u2019t exceed $4 for preferred drugs and $8 for non-preferred drugs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Medicare<\/span> beneficiaries who need assistance might qualify for the Extra Help program, which caps <\/span>copays<\/span> at <\/span>$4.90 for generic drugs and $12.15 for brand-name ones<\/span><\/a>. To qualify, your annual income must be $23,475 or lower for individuals and $31,725 or lower for married couples.<\/span><\/p>\n

    4. 90-day prescriptions<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Just like groceries and household items, buying medications in bulk can potentially save you money. Some <\/span>healthcare<\/span> providers will approve 90-day prescriptions for certain medications, which could result in lower costs, according to<\/span> a study from <\/span>Family Practice Management<\/span><\/i><\/a>. <\/span><\/i>It also means fewer trips to the pharmacy for <\/span>refills<\/span>, saving time and gas.<\/span><\/p>\n

    5. Nonprofit programs<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Some third-party prescription assistance organizations aren\u2019t affiliated with insurance companies, government entities, or pharmaceutical companies. For example, the<\/span> Patient Advocate Foundation\u2019s <\/span>Co-Pay<\/span> Relief<\/span><\/a> and the<\/span> PAN Foundation<\/span><\/a> both offer funds and grants to individuals with specific conditions. Or, you can search for other savings programs on a site like NeedyMeds.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

    One other option for saving money is to switch medications entirely\u2014as long as your <\/span>healthcare<\/span> provider approves. There are <\/span>alternatives to brand-name <\/span>Brilinta<\/span><\/a> that may be less expensive for you. Some options include:<\/span><\/p>\n