Austedo (deutetrabenazine) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for chorea due to Huntington’s disease and tardive dyskinesia in adults. The cost of Austedo with and without insurance can depend on several factors.
As with all medications, the cost of Austedo can vary. Factors that may affect the price you’ll pay include:
- your treatment plan
- your insurance coverage
- the pharmacy you use
- whether Austedo has a savings program (see the “Financial and insurance assistance” section below)
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Austedo 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.
WHY ARE COSTS DIFFERENT FOR BRAND-NAME DRUGS VS. GENERIC DRUGS?Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the research needed to test their safety and effectiveness. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell it for up to 20 years. When the brand-name drug’s patent expires, multiple manufacturers can create generic versions. This marketplace competition may lead to lower costs for generics. Also, because generics contain the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t require the same costly testing.
If you take Austedo long term, you may be able to lower its cost in the following ways.
Getting a 3-month supply
You may be able to get a 90-day supply of Austedo. 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.
Using a mail-order pharmacy
Austedo 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.
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.
If you need financial support to pay for Austedo, or if you need help understanding your insurance coverage, help is available. For example:
- A program called Teva Shared Solutions is available for Austedo. For more information and to find out if you’re eligible for support, call 800-887-8100 or visit the 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:
To learn more about saving money on prescriptions with or without insurance, check out this article.
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about drug cost and Austedo.
How does Austedo’s cost compare with that of medications such as Ingrezza?
Austedo and Ingrezza are both brand-name medications that people take for chorea due to Huntington’s disease and tardive dyskinesia. The price you would pay for Austedo versus that of Ingrezza depends on various factors.
For instance, the form of the drug may affect its price. Both drugs are available in oral tablet form, but Austedo is also available as an extended-release oral tablet.
There are additional factors that can affect your prescription cost, including:
- the length of your treatment
- whether there are payment assistance programs for your prescribed treatment
- whether you’re paying out of pocket or have insurance
To learn more about the cost of Austedo compared with other treatments for your condition, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
What is the cost of Austedo without insurance?
The price you’ll pay for Austedo if you don’t have insurance can vary based on several factors. But typically, the cost is higher for those without insurance.
There are other factors that could affect what you pay for this drug. These include:
- the quantity you’re prescribed (such as a 90-day or 30-day supply)
- whether you apply and qualify for any available savings programs
- your dosage
- the pharmacy you use
- the form of the drug you’re prescribed (such as the oral tablet or extended-release oral tablet)
To learn the exact cost you’d pay for this medication without insurance, ask your doctor or pharmacist. You may also want to contact several pharmacies to compare their prices for Austedo.
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Below is information you may want to consider if you have insurance and receive Austedo.
If you have insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers Austedo. This means the company and your doctor will discuss Austedo in regard to your treatment. The insurance company will then determine whether the medication is covered.
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 Austedo requires prior authorization.
Now that you’ve learned about cost and Austedo, you may still have some questions. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist, who can provide personalized guidance about cost issues related to Austedo. But if you have health insurance, you’ll need to talk with your insurance provider to learn the actual cost you would pay for Austedo.
Here are some other resources you may find helpful:
- Medicare drug coverage: To learn about Medicare coverage for drugs, see these articles about Medicare prescription drug plans, drug coupons and Medicare, and the Medicare drug list.
- More details: For details about other aspects of Austedo, refer to this article.
- Dosage: Learn about Austedo and dosage by viewing this article.
- Side effects: For details about Austedo’s side effects, see this article. You can also look at the Austedo prescribing information.
- Information about your condition: For more information about chorea and tardive dyskinesia, see our list of neurology and neuroscience articles.
Disclaimer: Medical News Today has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.