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How much is Sutab without insurance?

Sutab costs $235 without insurance. Learn how to get Sutab at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
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By | Jul. 30, 2024
A hand holding an Rx pill bottle: How much is Sutab without insurance?

Key takeaways

  • There are more options for colonoscopy prep than ever before, and Sutab offers a new type of prep that does not require the consumption of large volumes of fluids.

  • Being unique in the colonoscopy prep realm, Sutab without insurance costs $235 per course.

  • Using savings cards, Sutab coupons, and exploring all options to reduce costs can bring Sutab’s list price, to as low as $160 per course, saving $75.

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Sutab is a branded laxative prescription medication that induces catharsis in the gastrointestinal tract to empty the bowels. This medication is primarily used for bowel preparation prior to a colonoscopy. Without insurance, Sutab costs $235 for two 12-tablet bottles—the equivalent of one course. Although Sutab is not available in a generic formulation, there are several ways to make a prescription more affordable. 

What is the brand name/generic for Sutab?

Each Sutab tablet contains 1479 mg of sodium sulfate, 225 mg of magnesium sulfate, and 188 mg of potassium chloride. For colonoscopy preparation, the course of therapy is a two-day regimen. Since Sutab first became approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2020, it will be quite some time before a generic version becomes available. Without insurance, a Sutab averages $235 per course.

Is Sutab covered by insurance?

Sutab insurance coverage includes unrestricted coverage on certain insurance plans and is a preferred brand for several Medicare Part D formularies. Coverage details, including copays, will vary by insurance company. Sutab may have a higher copay than generic alternatives as a branded medication. If cost is a concern, consult with a healthcare provider to obtain additional information on ways to explore options for reducing expenses, such as discount programs and savings copay cards.

How much does Sutab cost without insurance?

Without health insurance, the average retail price for two 12-tablet bottles of Sutab for colonoscopy prep is $235, or close to $10 per tablet. Most patients rarely need colonoscopies, including those at average risk of colorectal cancer. Standard preventive screening is recommended at age 45 and repeated every 10 years until age 75. Following medical advice, individuals with an increased risk of colorectal cancer may require colonoscopies earlier in life and more frequently, as well as those suffering from health conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. However, the general population will typically not need refills. 

Sutab is more desirable than some alternatives because it can cause fewer side effects since it does not require large volumes of clear liquids, although the alternatives may be less costly. The least expensive alternative to Sutab is Miralax. Some insurance plans may place Sutab on a higher-cost tier of their formulary, which may differ from plan to plan. Different pharmacies may also charge different prices for Sutab when paying without insurance. 
Drug name Price without insurance of brand-name drug  SingleCare price Savings options
Sutab  $235 per 2, 12 tablet bottles $162 per 2, 12 tablet bottles of brand-name Sutab  See latest prices 
Suprep  $160 per 2, 177 mL bottles $39 per 2, 177 mL bottles of brand-name Suprep  See latest prices 
Clenpiq  $241 for 2, 175 mL bottles $152 for 2, 175 mL bottles of brand-name Clenpiq See latest prices 
Golytely 

(peg-3350 electrolytes)

 $41 per 1, 4000 mL bottle $13 per 1, 4000 mL bottle of brand-name Golytely  See latest prices 
MiraLAX  (polyethylene Glycol 3350) $19 for 1, 238 gm bottle $5 for 1, 238 gm bottle of brand-name Miralax  See latest prices 
MoviPrep (peg-kci-NaCl-NaSulf-Na Asc-C) $180 for 1, solution reconstituted box $40 for 1, solution reconstituted box of brand-name Moviprep  See latest prices 
Plenvu  $200 for 1, 3 solution reconstituted box $149 for 1, 3 solution reconstituted box of brand-name Plenvu  See latest prices 
Suflave $228 for 1, 2 solution reconstituted box $132 for 1, 2 solution reconstituted box of brand-name Suflave  See latest 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 (unless otherwise specified). The listed SingleCare price references the price of generic drugs, if available. Click the “Savings options” link to see the latest drug prices.

How to get Sutab without insurance

Paying for expensive brand-name medications like Sutab without insurance is not easy for most. Fortunately, there are alternatives to paying the full price of your Sutab prescription without insurance. Manufacturer coupons and patient assistance programs are sometimes available, but not everyone is eligible for those discounts. Here are some more dependable ways to save money on Sutab:

  1. Use a SingleCare discount card to bring the cost of Sutab without insurance down from an average of $235 per course to $160 for a total savings of $75 per course. 
  2. Shop around at different pharmacies for the best cash price. The retail cash price varies from under $200 to over $200, so it is best to seek a pharmacy offering the lowest price. 
  3. Look into eligibility for insurance plans, which may offer Sutab on their formularies. Copays may provide lower costs than paying out-of-pocket.