Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine sulfate) is a prescription drug used to treat or prevent malaria and to treat certain autoimmune conditions. Plaquenil’s cost may depend on factors such as your dosage and whether you have health insurance.
The price you pay for Plaquenil can vary. Your cost may depend on the condition the drug is being used to treat, your treatment plan, your insurance coverage (if you have it), and the pharmacy you use.
To find out how much you’ll pay for Plaquenil, 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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Plaquenil is a brand-name drug that’s also available as the generic drug hydroxychloroquine. A generic contains an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. A generic is considered just as safe and effective as the original drug but tends to cost less.
To find out how the costs of Plaquenil and hydroxychloroquine compare, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider (if you have coverage).
If you’ve been prescribed Plaquenil and you’re interested in trying hydroxychloroquine 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 only cover 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 Plaquenil 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 Plaquenil if approved by your insurance company. This could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost of Plaquenil. 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 Plaquenil. 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 Plaquenil 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 Plaquenil 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 Plaquenil and cost.
What’s Plaquenil’s price without insurance?
It can vary. In general, Plaquenil’s cost without insurance will likely be higher than the cost with insurance.
Factors that can affect Plaquenil price without insurance include:
- the quantity of the medication you receive (such as a 30-day or 90-day supply)
- your dosage and treatment plan
- the pharmacy you use
- any savings programs that may be available
To learn about Plaquenil’s price without insurance, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They can discuss your cost based on your treatment plan.
What’s Plaquenil’s cost with insurance?
Plaquenil’s cost with insurance may depend on your dosage, treatment plan, and other factors. These include:
- your specific plan benefits
- wether you qualify for any savings programs
- the quantity of the medication you receive (such as a 30-day or 90-day supply)
- any prior authorization requirements (see details in the section below)
The cost may also depend on your dosage and other factors, such as your copay (your share of the cost of a medication).
To find out the exact cost of Plaquenil with insurance, talk with your pharmacist or insurance provider. They can tell you what you can expect to pay based on your individual situation.
If you have insurance, you may need to get prior authorization before your insurance provider will cover Plaquenil. This means your insurer and your doctor will discuss Plaquenil in regard to your treatment. Then, the insurance company will determine whether the drug is covered. If Plaquenil 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 Plaquenil 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.