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Key takeaways
Amlodipine is an FDA-approved drug for treating high blood pressure and chest pain, with a typical dosage of 5 to 10 mg daily, available both as a generic and under brand names like Norvasc and Katerzia.
Without insurance, the cost for a month’s supply of generic amlodipine averages $56, leading to about $500 annually, but alternatives like generic Calan SR or Procardia may offer less expensive options.
Utilizing a SingleCare savings card can significantly reduce the cost of amlodipine, with potential savings bringing the annual expense down from $500 to as low as $60.
Strategies to further reduce the cost include price shopping across pharmacies, opting for 90-day prescriptions, and seeking medication through a 340B provider, potentially lowering annual costs to $36.
Is amlodipine covered by insurance? | How much does amlodipine cost without insurance? | How to get amlodipine without insurance
Amlodipine is a generic prescription drug approved by the FDA to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). Belonging to a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers, amlodipine can lower blood pressure and prevent chest pain by relaxing blood vessels. For either hypertension or angina, people usually take a five to 10 mg tablet once per day. Amlodipine is frequently prescribed with other blood pressure medications or cholesterol-lowering drugs, so some people may take a single tablet that contains two or more medications. Some of these combinations include amlodipine-benazepril, amlodipine-valsartan-hydrochlorothiazide, and amlodipine-atorvastatin. Amlodipine is a lower-priced drug but is also available at a higher price under the brand names Norvasc or Katerzia.
Is amlodipine covered by insurance?
Amlodipine is typically covered by commercial health insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid. Coverage may vary by insurance plan.
How much does amlodipine cost without insurance?
Without insurance, the average monthly cost of generic amlodipine is $56 for 30, 10 mg tablets. This price may vary, however, based on the dosage prescribed and the pharmacy. Expect to pay about $500 for a year of generic amlodipine therapy.
If amlodipine is unaffordable, other calcium channel blockers may be less expensive, including generic Calan SR (verapamil) and generic Procardia (nifedipine), both with an average retail cash price of less than $40 per month.
There are no over-the-counter drugs, dietary supplements, or natural remedies that can effectively control blood pressure or angina.
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Compare amlodipine prices to related drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Norvasc | $365 per 30, 10 mg tablets | $3 per 30, 10 mg tablets for generic Norvasc | See updated prices |
| Calan SR | $327 per 30, 240 mg tablets | $5 per 30, 240 mg tablets of generic Calan SR | See updated prices |
| Procardia XL | $199 per 30, 30 mg capsules | $4 per 30, 30 mg capsules of generic Procardia XL | See updated prices |
Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing. The listed price without insurance references the price of brand-name drugs. The listed SingleCare price references the price of generic drugs if available. Click the link under “Savings options” to see updated drug prices.
How to get amlodipine without insurance
A month’s supply of amlodipine may be affordable for some people without insurance. However, amlodipine is usually prescribed for months or years, which can add up over time. Manufacturer coupons and patient assistance programs can help, but these may have strict eligibility requirements, including a prescription for a brand-name version of amlodipine. There are more certain strategies you can use to pay for monthly amlodipine prescriptions, starting with a SingleCare discount card.
1. Use a SingleCare savings card
With SingleCare, you can fill a 30-day prescription of 10 mg generic amlodipine tablets for only $5, reducing the yearly cost of treatment from $500 to $60. Visit SingleCare’s amlodipine coupon page to choose a discount based on savings or the most convenient local pharmacy.
2. Shop for the lowest price
Pharmacy prices vary. Even for lower-cost generic drugs, price shopping pays off. For amlodipine, buying at the lowest pharmacy price could save more than $200 per year off the average retail price and more than $500 a year off the highest pharmacy price. Use SingleCare’s pharmacy finder to start comparing prices at local pharmacies.
3. Fill a 90-day prescription
Another smart price-shopping strategy is to compare 30-day prescription prices to 90-day prescription prices. Some pharmacies—not all—charge a lower retail price for 90 amlodipine tablets than for 30. This could shave as much as 2/3 off the price of each tablet. Add a SingleCare savings card and purchase a 90-day supply of 10 mg tablets for as little as $9, an annual cost of only $36.
4. Fill the prescription with a 340B provider
If a steeply discounted price is too hard to manage, consider visiting a 340B provider. 340B providers include community health centers, some hospitals, and other clinics. They offer essential generic drugs at a very low price. They may have income eligibility requirements. Contact local health officials to find local 340B providers and other resources that can help pay for prescription medications.