Meclofenamate is a generic prescription drug used to treat fever and certain causes of pain. Meclofenamate’s cost may depend on factors such as your dosage, whether you have health insurance, and the pharmacy you use.
The price you pay for meclofenamate can vary. To find out how much you’ll pay for this drug, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or check out the section below to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.
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Meclofenamate only comes as a generic drug. It’s not currently available in a brand-name version. A generic drug contains an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication but tends to cost less. Meclofenamate was based on Meclomen, which is no longer available.
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 meclofenamate 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 meclofenamate if approved by your insurance company. This could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost of the drug. If you’re interested in a 90-day supply of meclofenamate, 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 meclofenamate. 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 the drug 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 meclofenamate 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.
Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about meclofenamate and cost.
How does meclofenamate’s cost compare with that of similar drugs, such as nabumetone?
The cost of meclofenamate compared with that of nabumetone can depend on several factors. For example, meclofenamate is a capsule, while nabumetone is a tablet. Different drug forms can have different costs.
Other factors that may affect how much you pay include:
- whether there are any savings programs available for the drug you’re prescribed
- whether you have insurance or are paying out of pocket
- how long your treatment lasts
If you have questions about the cost of meclofenamate compared with the cost of similar medications, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. They can give you more details on treatment costs based on your specific situation.
What’s the cost of meclofenamate with insurance vs. without insurance?
The cost of meclofenamate with insurance versus without it can vary based on several factors.
Factors that may affect your cost of meclofenamate without insurance include:
- your treatment plan and drug dosage
- the pharmacy you use
- the quantity of meclofenamate you’re prescribed (such as a 30-day or 90-day supply)
- any cost savings programs you qualify and apply for
The same factors affect your cost of the drug if you’re paying through insurance. But your cost with insurance may also depend on:
- your individual plan benefits
- any prior authorization requirements for your plan (see the “Prior authorization” section below for more information)
To learn more about your cost with and without insurance, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider (if you have one).
Whether you have insurance or not, you can visit Optum Perks* to get price estimates for meclofenamate when you use coupons from the site. It’s important to note that Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.
* Optum Perks is a sister site of Healthline.
If you have insurance, you may need to get prior authorization before your insurance provider will cover meclofenamate.
This means your insurer and your doctor will discuss meclofenamate in regard to your treatment. Then the insurance company will determine whether the drug is covered. If meclofenamate 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 meclofenamate requires prior authorization.
If you still have questions about the cost of meclofenamate, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They may be able to give you a better idea of what you’ll pay for this drug. But if you have health insurance, you’ll need to talk with your insurance provider to learn the actual price you’d pay for meclofenamate.
Examples of questions you may want to ask your doctor or insurance provider include:
- What lower cost over-the-counter treatments could I use for my rheumatoid arthritis?
- Do the 50-milligram (mg) capsules cost less than the 100-mg capsules?
- Is there a lower cost brand-name drug I could take as an alternative to meclofenamate?
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