Sajazir (Firazyr) and cost

Like other medications, the cost of Sajazir can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:

• your insurance plan, if you have coverage
• the specialty pharmacy you use

To find out how much Sajazir costs, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. They may be able to suggest ways to save money on your prescription, including those described in this article.

Here’s a list of things to consider about the cost of prescription drugs:

• Prior authorization: If you have prescription drug insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers the cost of Sajazir. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for Sajazir. The insurance company will decide whether to cover the medication. If a drug requires prior authorization and you begin using it without this, you may have to pay the full price of the drug.
• A 3-month supply: If you’re using Sajazir long term, your doctor may suggest a 90-day supply of the medication. This will have to be approved by your insurance company. Getting a 90-day supply could help lower the drug’s cost. It could also save you time having to make trips to your pharmacy.
• Savings accounts: If you’re eligible for a health savings account (HSA) or a flexible spending account (FSA), you can likely use funds from these accounts to pay for your prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medications. HSA and FSA plans help people save money by using pretax dollars to pay for eligible healthcare expenses, such as prescription and OTC drugs. To learn more about whether you’re eligible for these savings accounts and how to use them, talk with your insurance provider or employer.

If you have questions about any of these considerations, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Or contact your insurance company and talk with a representative.

If you don’t have a health insurance plan, let your doctor or pharmacist know. They may suggest other pharmacy options you could use. You can also ask them about ways to obtain health insurance coverage.

Sajazir is a branded-generic medication. It contains the active ingredient icatibant. Usually, generic drugs are referred to by the name of their active ingredient. But branded-generic drugs are given a trade name by the drugmaker. The brand-name version of this drug is Firazyr.

A generic medication is an identical copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. (An active ingredient is what makes a medication work.) Generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. And they’re thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name versions.

If your doctor has prescribed Sajazir but you’re interested in taking Firazyr, let them know. They may prefer one medication over the other. Also, check whether your insurance plan covers only one version of the drug.

To learn how the cost of Sajazir compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You could also contact your insurance company.

Here are some common questions and answers about Sajazir.

How does the cost of Sajazir compare with the cost of similar drugs, such as Firazyr?

It depends. Sajazir is a branded-generic drug. Firazyr is its brand-name version.

Generic drugs are usually less expensive than brand-name drugs, such as Firazyr. And insurance coverage is usually the main factor that determines the cost of drugs. Insurance plans differ in how they cover drugs and the copay they charge.

Also, Sajazir and Firazyr are limited distribution drugs (LDDs). This means they’re only available through specialty pharmacies. The drugmakers of LDDs usually have copay assistance plans to help lower the cost of the drug. In some cases, the full cost of the drug may be covered under these plans.

You can learn more about how the cost of these two drugs compares by contacting your insurance company. You could also ask someone at your specialty pharmacy.

Why are costs different for brand-name drugs vs. generic drugs?

Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the studies needed to test how safe and effective they are.

Makers of a brand-name drug can patent and sell their drug for up to 20 years. When the patent for a brand-name drug expires, other drugmakers can make and sell generic versions. A generic medication is an identical copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. (An active ingredient is what makes a medication work.)

This competition may help keep costs of generic medications lower. Also, generic medications contain the same active ingredients as brand-name medications, which have already been tested. So they don’t require the same testing, which can be costly.

If you’d like to know more about the cost differences between brand-name and generic drugs, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

This article provides cost information related to Sajazir. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for Sajazir.

If you have more questions about paying for this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist. You can also contact your insurance company.

Here’s a list of questions you may want to ask regarding the cost of your medication:

• Are there lower cost drugs that could treat my condition?
• How can I lower the cost of Sajazir?
• What are my options if I can’t afford my medication?

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