Multaq (dronedarone) is a prescription drug that’s used in certain adults with atrial fibrillation to help prevent hospitalization. Multaq’s cost may depend on whether you have health insurance, the pharmacy you use, and other factors.

The price you pay for Multaq can vary. Your cost may depend on your treatment plan, your insurance coverage (if you have it), and the pharmacy you use. It’ll also depend on how much you have to pay for an office visit with your doctor to receive Multaq.

To find out how much you’ll pay for Multaq, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or look below in the next section to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.

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Multaq only comes as a brand-name drug. It’s not currently available in a generic version. A generic contains an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication but tends to cost less.

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 Multaq 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 Multaq if approved by your insurance company. This could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost of Multaq. 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 Multaq. 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 Multaq 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 Multaq or understanding your insurance, check out these resources:

On these pages, 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 Multaq and cost.

How much does Multaq cost with Medicare?

Call your plan provider to find out whether your Medicare plan covers the cost of Multaq. There are many different types of Medicare plans, and your cost and coverage depend on your particular plan’s benefits.

Your final cost may also depend on the price to receive a prescription for Multaq at a doctor’s office or clinic.

Keep in mind that your plan may have prior authorization requirements before it’ll cover Multaq. (See the “Prior authorization” section for more information.)

You can also ask your doctor about the cost of Multaq if you have Medicare.

What’s the cost of Multaq with insurance?

The price of Multaq with insurance depends on various factors. These include:

  • your specific plan benefits
  • whether you qualify for a savings program, such as the Multaq Savings Card Program offered by the drugmaker, Sanofi

The cost may also depend on your dosage and other factors, such as your copay (your share of the cost of a medication).

To learn about the cost of Multaq with insurance, talk with your insurance provider or your doctor. They can let you know what you can expect to pay for Multaq.

Even if you have insurance, you can visit Optum Perks to get price estimates for Multaq 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.

If you have insurance, you may need to get prior authorization before your insurance provider will cover Multaq. This means your insurer and your doctor will discuss Multaq in regard to your treatment. Then, the insurance company will determine whether the drug is covered. If Multaq 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 Multaq 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.