Exenatide Cost & Price Guide

Also sold as: Exenatide

Since Exenatide is brand-only, look for manufacturer patient assistance programs or coupons directly from the drug's maker. Discount cards may offer some savings, but manufacturer programs are often more significant for brand-name medications.

Typical Cost
$600–$1,000/month

Per month, without insurance

Generic
Not Available

Only brand-name versions currently available

Coupons
Available

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Cost Overview

Since Exenatide is brand-only, look for manufacturer patient assistance programs or coupons directly from the drug's maker. Discount cards may offer some savings, but manufacturer programs are often more significant for brand-name medications.

Generic vs. Brand-Name Price

VersionTypical Monthly CostNotes
Exenatide(brand)$600–$1,000/monthCheck manufacturer patient assistance programs

Ways to Save on Exenatide

Prescription Discount Cards

Free discount programs like GoodRx, RxSaver, and NeedyMeds can reduce the cost of exenatide 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 exenatide 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 exenatide . 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 Exenatide Cost

What is EXENATIDE used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Exenatide injection is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Exenatide injection is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ( 1 , 14 ) Limitations of Use Co-administration with other exenatide-containing products is not recommended. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use Exenatide injection contains exenatide. Co-administration with other exenatide-containing products is not…

What is the recommended dosage for EXENATIDE?

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Inject subcutaneously within 60 minutes prior to morning and evening meals (or before the two main meals of the day, approximately 6 hours or more apart). ( 2.1 ) Initiate at 5 mcg per dose twice daily; increase to 10 mcg twice daily after 1 month based on clinical response. ( 2.1 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosing Initiate exenatide injection at 5 mcg administered subcutaneously twice daily at any time within the 60-minute period before the morning and evening meals (or before the two main meals of the day, approximately 6 hours or more apart). Do not administer after a…

How does EXENATIDE work?

12.1 Mechanism of Action Incretins, such as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion and exhibit other antihyperglycemic actions following their release into the circulation from the gut. Exenatide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that enhances glucose-dependent insulin secretion by the pancreatic beta-cell, suppresses inappropriately elevated glucagon secretion, and slows gastric emptying. The amino acid sequence of exenatide partially overlaps that of human GLP-1. Exenatide has been shown to bind and activate the human GLP-1 receptor in vitro . This leads to…

Who should not take EXENATIDE?

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Exenatide injection is contraindicated in patients with: A prior severe hypersensitivity reaction to exenatide or to any of the excipients in exenatide injection. Serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis and angioedema have been reported with exenatide injection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] . A history of drug-induced immune-mediated thrombocytopenia from exenatide products. Serious bleeding, which may be fatal, from drug-induced immune-mediated thrombocytopenia has been reported with exenatide use [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ]. History of…

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