Yupelri (revefenacin) is a brand-name liquid solution for inhalation that’s prescribed for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The cost of the drug can depend on several factors, including savings programs and whether you have insurance.
As with all medications, the cost of Yupelri can vary. Factors that may affect the price you’ll pay include:
- your treatment plan
- your insurance coverage
- the pharmacy you use
- whether Yupelri has a savings program (see the “Financial and insurance assistance” section below)
In addition, Yupelri is a liquid solution that’s taken with a nebulizer device to turn the liquid into a fine mist. You may need to purchase a nebulizer to use with Yupelri.
To find out what the cost of Yupelri will be for you, 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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Yupelri is only available as a brand-name drug. It doesn’t come in a generic version. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication.
Generics tend to cost less than brand-name drugs.
WHY ARE COSTS DIFFERENT FOR BRAND-NAME DRUGS VS. GENERIC DRUGS?Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the research needed to test their safety and effectiveness. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell it for up to 20 years. When the brand-name drug’s patent expires, multiple manufacturers can create generic versions. This marketplace competition may lead to lower costs for generics. Also, because generics contain the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t require the same costly testing.
If you take Yupelri long term, you may be able to lower its cost in the following ways.
Getting a 3-month supply
You may be able to get a 90-day supply of Yupelri. If approved by your insurance company, getting a 90-day supply of the drug could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost. If you’re interested in this option, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
Using a mail-order pharmacy
Yupelri may be available through a mail-order pharmacy. Using this type of service may help lower the drug’s cost and allow you to receive your medication without leaving home. Some Medicare plans may help cover the cost of mail-order medications. You may also be able to get a 90-day supply of the drug via 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 financial support to pay for Yupelri, or if you need help understanding your insurance coverage, help is available. For example:
- A program called Viatris Patient Assistance Program is available for Yupelri. There’s also a Yupelri Savings Card. For more information and to find out whether you’re eligible for support, call 800-796-9526 or visit the program website.
- Some websites provide details about drug assistance programs, ways to make the most of your insurance coverage, and links to savings cards and other services. Two such websites are:
To learn more about saving money on prescriptions with or without insurance, check out this article.
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about drug cost and Yupelri.
Is Yupelri covered by Medicare?
It may be. You can call your Medicare plan provider to learn whether your particular plan covers the cost of this drug. There are many types of Medicare plans, so your coverage and what you pay for prescriptions will be based on your particular plan’s benefits.
The total price you pay for Yupelri may also depend on the cost to receive a nebulizer to use with Yupelri. You may also need to obtain prior authorization before your plan will cover the cost of this medication.
Your doctor may also be able to provide information about your cost for Yupelri if you have Medicare.
How does the cost of Yupelri compare with alternative drugs available to treat my COPD?
The price you’d pay for Yupelri versus that of other drugs to treat COPD, such as Spiriva (tiotropium bromide) and Symbicort (budesonide/formoterol), depends on various factors.
For instance, the form of the drug may affect its price. Yupelri is available in a solution for nebulization, Spiriva is available as a dry powder inhaler and as a Respimat cartridge, and Symbicort is available as a metered-dose inhaler.
There are additional factors that can affect your prescription cost, including:
- the length of your treatment
- whether there are payment assistance programs for your prescribed treatment
- whether you’re paying out of pocket or have insurance
To learn more about the cost of Yupelri compared with other treatments for your condition, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
Below is information you may want to consider if you have insurance and receive Yupelri.
If you have insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers Yupelri. This means the company and your doctor will discuss Yupelri in regard to your treatment. The insurance company will then determine whether the medication is covered.
If a drug requires prior authorization but you start treatment without the prior approval, you could pay the full cost of the medication. You can ask your insurance company whether Yupelri requires prior authorization.
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