Tirzepatide is a new medication to treat type 2 diabetes that can also help you lose weight. This article will provide you with tirzepatide cost and with resources to assist with medication costs.
How is Tirzepatide sold?
Tirzepatide is sold under the brand name Mounjaro™ and it is a prescription medication. Check out the article Tirzepatide Side Effects. The article focuses on how is tirzepatide (Mounjaro) used, its benefits (diabetes, weight loss, heart health, and side effects).
How often do I need to take Tirzepatide (Mounjaro™)?
You inject Mounjaro™ subcutaneously (under the skin) once weekly in a single-dose pen.
How much does Tirzepatide cost?
- It ranges between $965 to $1020 in local pharmacies with a coupon. Check GoodRx for current prices.
- If you have insurance, find out if your insurance covers the cost of medication. If not, refer to appeals under What resources exist to help with medication costs? below
- If you don’t have insurance, click here to find out about plans, price, eligibility and information about health plan
Is there a generic version of Tirzepatide?
No. The FDA approved Tirzepatide (Mounjaro™) in May 2022. It is too early to have a generic version.
What is Tirzepatide (Mounjaro™) and how can it help me?
It is an injectable medication for persons with type 2 diabetes that can help you manage your blood glucose and help you lose weight. Read this article that explains how this happens in your body, how much you need to take, how much weight most people lose after taking this medication, and the side effects.
What resources exist to help with medication costs?
- AACE Prescription Savings Directory
- The Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and the American College of Endocrinology (ACE) developed this website that will help you find
- Prescription Affordability Assistance
- Insulin Affordability Assistance
- Patient Advocacy Organizations
- College Diabetes Network’s Insurance 101
- Are you in college and need insurance that will cover diabetes therapies and medications? If you have not heard about the College Diabetes Network, check out their Health Insurance 101 Guide and check out their organization.
- Diatribe is an online publication specifically designed for people with diabetes. Check out these articles aimed at saving you money on medications.
- Contact Mounjaro™ and check out their savings assistance program
- Mounjaro™ offers a Mounjaro Savings Card where you may pay as little as $25 dollars for a 1-month or 3-month prescription of Mounjaro if you qualify.
- The Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and the American College of Endocrinology (ACE) developed this website that will help you find
Summary
Tirzepatide costs approximately $1000 dollars per month. Insurance may cover the cost for this weekly injectable diabetes medication. Speak with your medical team and discuss whether this is the best option for you.
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