Soliqua 100/33 and cost

Soliqua 100/33 (insulin glargine/lixisenatide) is a brand-name injection pen that’s prescribed to improve blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. The drug’s cost, with and without insurance, can depend on several factors.
Soliqua 100/33 cost
As with all medications, the cost of Soliqua 100/33 can vary. Factors that may affect the price you’ll pay include:
cost
your treatment plan
your insurance coverage
the pharmacy you use
whether Soliqua 100/33 has a savings program (see the “Financial and insurance assistance” section)
You may also need to purchase needles for the Soliqua 100/33 injection pen.
To find out what the cost of Soliqua 100/33 will be for you, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or look below in the next section to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.
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Common questions about cost and Soliqua 100/33
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about drug cost and Soliqua 100/33.
Maybe. Similar to other insurance plans, Medicare coverage for drugs can depend on the specific plan you have. The list of drugs that a plan covers is called a formulary. A plan’s formulary may change over time, so be sure to check with your insurance provider to learn which drugs are covered.
Medicare coverage for drugs
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Medicare Part D Insulin Savings provides savings for insulin products, such as Soliqua 100/33. The monthly cost is capped at $35 for people who are enrolled in Medicare Part D, the prescription drug plan of Medicare. If your Part D plan has a formulary that covers Soliqua 100/33, you may be able to get Soliqua 100/33 for at most $35 per month.
Medicare Part D Insulin Savings
Medicare Part D
The Extra Help or Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program can also help you save on your Soliqua 100/33 prescription. If you’re eligible for this Medicare program, the monthly supply would be capped at $11.20.
Extra Help
For more details about Soliqua 100/33 and Medicare, talk with your insurance provider.
The cost of Soliqua 100/33 with insurance, depends on factors such as:
your specific plan benefits, including your drug copay amount
copay
your dosage of the drug
dosage
whether you apply and qualify for a savings program (see the “Financial and insurance assistance” section)
To find out how much Soliqua 100/33 will cost you with insurance, talk with your insurance provider or doctor. You can also use this tool to find out whether the drug is covered in your area.
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You can also visit Optum Perks for price estimates for Soliqua 100/33 when using coupons from the site. However, Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance benefits or copays. (Optum Perks is a sister site of Medical News Today.)
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Brand-name vs. biosimilar drugs
Soliqua 100/33 is only available as a brand-name drug. It doesn’t come in a generic version. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. Generics tend to cost less than brand-name drugs.
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Soliqua 100/33 contains the active ingredients insulin glarginel and lixisenatide, and it’s available only as a brand-name biologic drug. It doesn’t come in a biosimilar version. A biosimilar medication is a drug that’s similar to a brand-name biologic drug (the parent drug). Also, biosimilars tend to cost less than brand-name medications.
biologic drug
Biologic drugs can be expensive because of the research needed to test their safety and effectiveness. The manufacturer of a biologic drug can sell it for up to 12 years. When the biologic drug’s patent expires, multiple manufacturers can create biosimilar versions. This marketplace competition may lead to lower costs for biosimilars. Also, because biosimilars are very similar to biologic drugs, they don’t require the same costly testing.
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Ways to reduce long-term drug costs
If you receive Soliqua 100/33 long term, you may be able to lower its cost in the following ways.
You may be able to get a 90-day supply of Soliqua 100/33. If approved by your insurance company, getting a 90-day supply of the drug could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost. If you’re interested in this option, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
Soliqua 100/33 may be available through a mail-order pharmacy. Using this type of service may help lower the drug’s cost and allow you to receive your medication without leaving home. Some Medicare plans may help cover the cost of mail-order medications. You may also be able to get a 90-day supply of the drug via mail order.
Medicare plans
If you don’t have health insurance, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They may be able to suggest online pharmacy options that could work for you.
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Financial and insurance assistance
If you need financial support to pay for Soliqua 100/33, or if you need help understanding your insurance coverage, help is available. For example:
A Soliqua 100/33 Co-pay Card is available for Soliqua 100/33. For more information and to find out whether you’re eligible for support, call 855-262-5295 or visit the program website.
program website
Some websites provide details about drug assistance programs, ways to make the most of your insurance coverage, and links to savings cards and other services. Two such websites are: Medicine Assistance ToolNeedyMeds
Medicine Assistance Tool
Medicine Assistance Tool
NeedyMeds
NeedyMeds
To learn more about saving money on prescriptions with or without insurance, check out this article.
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Insurance considerations
Below is information you may want to consider if you have insurance and receive Soliqua 100/33.
If you have insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers Soliqua 100/33. This means the company and your doctor will discuss Soliqua 100/33 in regard to your treatment. The insurance company will then determine whether the medication is covered.
prior authorization
If a drug requires prior authorization but you start treatment without the prior approval, you could pay the full cost of the medication. You can ask your insurance company whether Soliqua 100/33 requires prior authorization.
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