Cymbalta (duloxetine) is a prescription drug that treats major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and other conditions. Its cost may depend on factors such as dosage, whether you have health insurance, and the pharmacy you use.

The price you pay for Cymbalta can vary. Your cost may depend on your treatment plan and your insurance coverage (if you have it). It could also depend on the pharmacy you use.

To find out how much you’ll pay for Cymbalta, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or keep reading to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.

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Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about Cymbalta and cost.

What’s the cost of Cymbalta without insurance vs. with insurance?

The cost of Cymbalta without insurance versus with insurance can vary based on several factors.

Some factors that may affect your cost of Cymbalta without insurance include:

  • your treatment plan and dosage
  • the pharmacy you use
  • the quantity of Cymbalta you receive (such as a 30-day or 90-day supply)
  • any savings programs for which you qualify

The same factors affect your cost of the drug if you’re paying through insurance. But in addition, your cost with insurance may depend on:

  • your particular plan benefits
  • any prior authorization requirements for your plan (see the “Prior authorization” section for more information)

To find out more about your cost with and without insurance, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider (if you have one).

Whether or not you have insurance, you can visit Optum Perks to get price estimates for Cymbalta when you use coupons from the site. (Optum Perks is a sister site of Healthline.) It’s important to note that Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.

How much does generic Cymbalta (duloxetine) cost? What does 30 milligrams (mg) or 60 mg cost with or without insurance?

The cost of duloxetine, like Cymbalta, depends on various factors. These include:

  • your treatment plan’s benefits (if you have insurance)
  • the dosage you’re prescribed, including the strength such as 30 mg or 60 mg
  • the pharmacy you choose
  • the quantity of medication you receive (such as a 30-day or 90-day supply)

If you have insurance, the cost may also depend on your copay. This is your share of the cost of a medication.

To learn about the cost of duloxetine with insurance, talk with your insurance provider or your doctor. Likewise, your doctor or pharmacist can help you find out your cost of duloxetine without insurance.

How much does Cymbalta cost per month?

Your cost of Cymbalta per month will depend on numerous factors. For some uses, you take Cymbalta once per day. For others, you take it twice per day. So, your cost per month will depend on:

  • the condition the drug is treating
  • your dosage (the strength your doctor prescribes and frequency)
  • whether you have insurance or pay out of pocket
  • your treatment plan’s benefits if you have insurance
  • the pharmacy you choose
  • the quantity of medication you receive (such as a 30-day or 90-day supply)
  • whether you qualify for Lilly Cares Foundation Patient Assistance Program

To learn more about your cost for Cymbalta, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. If you have insurance, your provider also can help you with estimating cost.

Cymbalta is available as the generic drug duloxetine hydrochloride. A generic contains an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. A generic is considered as safe and effective as the original drug but tends to cost less.

To find out how the costs of Cymbalta and duloxetine hydrochloride compare, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

If you’ve been prescribed Cymbalta and you’re interested in trying duloxetine hydrochloride instead, talk with your doctor. They may recommend that you take one version instead of the other. You’ll also need to check with your insurance provider, as it may cover only one drug or the other.

Why is there such a cost difference between brand-name drugs and generics?

Years of research and testing are needed to ensure that brand-name drugs are safe and effective. This testing can make the drugs expensive. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell the drug exclusively for up to 20 years. After that, other drugmakers can create generic versions. This competition in the market can lead to lower costs for generics. And because generics have the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t need to be studied again. This can also lead to lower generic costs.

If you take Cymbalta long term, you may be able to lower your costs in the following ways:

Look into getting a 90-day supply of your medication: You may be able to get a 90-day supply of Cymbalta if approved by your insurance company. This could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost of Cymbalta. If you’re interested in a 90-day supply of this drug, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

Use a mail-order pharmacy to get your medication: Using a mail-order pharmacy might help lower your cost for Cymbalta. Plus, you could get your medication without leaving home. Some Medicare plans may help cover the cost of mail-order drugs. You may also be able to get a 90-day supply of Cymbalta through 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 help covering the cost of Cymbalta or understanding your insurance, check out these resources:

On these sites, you can find insurance information, details on drug assistance programs, and links to savings cards and other services.

If you have questions about how to pay for your prescription, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

If you have insurance, you may need to get prior authorization before your insurance provider will cover Cymbalta. This means your insurer and your doctor will discuss Cymbalta in regard to your treatment. Then, the insurance company will determine whether the drug is covered. If Cymbalta requires prior authorization and you don’t receive it before you start treatment, you could pay the full cost of the drug.

Be sure to ask your insurance company whether Cymbalta requires prior authorization.

Disclaimer: Healthline 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.