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Apixaban Cost & Price Guide

Also sold as: ELIQUIS

As a brand-name medication without a generic, Eliquis can be very expensive. Patients should look into manufacturer patient assistance programs or discount cards to help reduce costs.

Typical Cost
$500–$700/month

Per month, without insurance

Generic
Not Available

Only brand-name versions currently available

Coupons
Available

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Cost Overview

As a brand-name medication without a generic, Eliquis can be very expensive. Patients should look into manufacturer patient assistance programs or discount cards to help reduce costs.

Generic vs. Brand-Name Price

VersionTypical Monthly CostNotes
ELIQUIS(brand)$500–$700/monthCheck manufacturer patient assistance programs

Ways to Save on Apixaban

Prescription Discount Cards

Free discount programs like GoodRx, RxSaver, and NeedyMeds can reduce the cost of apixaban at most pharmacies. Compare prices before filling.

90-Day Supply

Ordering a 90-day supply through a mail-order pharmacy often costs less per dose than monthly fills. Check with your insurance plan or pharmacy benefit manager.

Patient Assistance Programs

If you're uninsured or underinsured, the manufacturer may offer a patient assistance program (PAP) that provides apixaban at low or no cost. Visit NeedyMeds.org or the manufacturer's website.

Insurance Coverage

Most insurance plans, including Medicare Part D and Medicaid, cover apixaban . Coverage and copay amounts vary by plan tier and formulary. Contact your insurance provider or check your plan's drug formulary to confirm coverage.

Medicare Part D
Usually covered; tier varies by plan
Medicaid
Generally covered; check your state plan
Commercial Insurance
Typically covered; copay varies

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Frequently Asked Questions About Apixaban Cost

What is APIXABAN used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE ELIQUIS is a factor Xa inhibitor indicated: • to reduce the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation. (1.1) • for the prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which may lead to pulmonary embolism (PE), in patients who have undergone hip or knee replacement surgery. (1.2) • for the treatment of DVT and PE, and for the reduction in the risk of recurrent DVT and PE following initial therapy. (1.3 , 1.4 , 1.5) 1.1 Reduction of Risk of Stroke and Systemic Embolism in Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation ELIQUIS is indicated to…

What is the recommended dosage for APIXABAN?

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Reduction of risk of stroke and systemic embolism in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation: • The recommended dose is 5 mg orally twice daily. (2.1) • In patients with at least 2 of the following characteristics: age greater than or equal to 80 years, body weight less than or equal to 60 kg, or serum creatinine greater than or equal to 1.5 mg/dL, the recommended dose is 2.5 mg orally twice daily. (2.1) • Prophylaxis of DVT following hip or knee replacement surgery: • The recommended dose is 2.5 mg orally twice daily. (2.1) • Treatment of DVT and PE: • The recommended…

How does APIXABAN work?

12.1 Mechanism of Action Apixaban is a selective inhibitor of FXa. It does not require antithrombin III for antithrombotic activity. Apixaban inhibits free and clot-bound FXa, and prothrombinase activity. Apixaban has no direct effect on platelet aggregation, but indirectly inhibits platelet aggregation induced by thrombin. By inhibiting FXa, apixaban decreases thrombin generation and thrombus development.

Who should not take APIXABAN?

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS ELIQUIS is contraindicated in patients with the following conditions: • Active pathological bleeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) and Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] • Severe hypersensitivity reaction to ELIQUIS (e.g., anaphylactic reactions) [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] • Active pathological bleeding (4) • Severe hypersensitivity to ELIQUIS (4)

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