Sertraline Cost & Price Guide
Also sold as: Sertraline
As a widely available generic, Sertraline is very affordable. Patients can often find it for under $10 per month using discount cards or pharmacy programs.
Per month, without insurance
Generic versions may cost significantly less
Discount coupons may reduce out-of-pocket costs
Cost Overview
As a widely available generic, Sertraline is very affordable. Patients can often find it for under $10 per month using discount cards or pharmacy programs.
Generic vs. Brand-Name Price
| Version | Typical Monthly Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
sertraline (generic)Best Value | $4–$25/month | Same active ingredient as brand; FDA-approved bioequivalent |
| Sertraline(brand) | Typically higher than generic | Manufacturer coupons may reduce cost |
Generic Manufacturers
The following companies manufacture FDA-approved generic versions of Sertraline. Prices may vary between manufacturers and pharmacies.
Available Forms & Strengths
Sertraline is available in the following dosage forms. Prices may vary by form and strength.
Ways to Save on Sertraline
Ask for the Generic
Generic sertraline contains the same active ingredient and is FDA-approved as bioequivalent to the brand. Ask your pharmacist to dispense the generic to save significantly.
Prescription Discount Cards
Free discount programs like GoodRx, RxSaver, and NeedyMeds can reduce the cost of sertraline 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 sertraline 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 sertraline (particularly the generic version). Coverage and copay amounts vary by plan tier and formulary. Contact your insurance provider or check your plan's drug formulary to confirm coverage.
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Patient Assistance Programs (PAP)
If you're uninsured, underinsured, or cannot afford sertraline, these programs may provide it at low or no cost.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sertraline Cost
What is SERTRALINE used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Sertraline hydrochloride tablets are indicated for the treatment of the following [See Clinical Studies ( 14 )] : Major depressive disorder (MDD) Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Panic disorder (PD) Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Social anxiety disorder (SAD) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) Sertraline hydrochloride tablet is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) indicated for the treatment of ( 1 ): Major depressive disorder (MDD) Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Panic disorder (PD) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Social anxiety…
What is the recommended dosage for SERTRALINE?
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Indication Starting Dosage Maximum Dosage MDD (2.1) 50 mg per day 200 mg per day OCD (2.1) 25 mg per day (ages 6 to 12) 200 mg per day 50 mg per day (ages ≥ 13) PD, PTSD, SAD (2.1) 25 mg per day 200 mg per day PMDD (2.2) continuous dosing 50 mg per day 150 mg per day PMDD (2.2) intermittent dosing 50 mg per day during luteal phase only 100 mg per day during luteal phase only If inadequate response to starting dosage, titrate in 25 to 50 mg per day increments once weekly in MDD, OCD, PD, PTSD, and SAD ( 2.1 ) See Full Prescribing Information for titration in PMDD (…
How does SERTRALINE work?
12.1 Mechanism of Action Sertraline potentiates serotonergic activity in the central nervous system through inhibition of neuronal reuptake of serotonin (5-HT).
Who should not take SERTRALINE?
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Sertraline hydrochloride tablets are contraindicated in patients: Taking, or within 14 days of stopping, MAOIs, (including the MAOIs linezolid and intravenous methylene blue) because of an increased risk of serotonin syndrome [See Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] . Taking pimozide [See Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. With known hypersensitivity to sertraline (e.g., anaphylaxis, angioedema) [See Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 , 6.2 )] . Concomitant use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), or use within 14 days of stopping MAOIs ( 4 , 7.1 ) Concomitant…
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