How Much Is Seroquel Without Insurance

Seroquel - and its generic version, quetiapine - is a prescription antipsychotic medication. It's FDA approved to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

This medication is available in immediate-release (taken 2 or 3 times daily) and extended-release (once daily) tablets. The extended-release version, Seroquel XR (quetiapine ER), is also approved as an add-on medication for depression.

Seroquel may cause side effects, such as headache or drowsiness, which usually improve over time. If symptoms persist, ask a healthcare professional to learn about your options.

Seroquel (quetiapine) basics

Seroquel (quetiapine) basics

Is Seroquel covered by insurance?

Most major health insurance plans cover prescription medications, including Seroquel. But coverage varies by plan.

Review your plan's summary of benefits and coverage and formulary to find out which medications your plan covers. If you have Medicare Part D, there are at least two medications covered in each drug category.

Medicare Part D generally doesn't cover brand-name Seroquel or Seroquel XR, but it will cover their generics, quetiapine and quetiapine ER.

Tips if your medication isn't covered by insurance

Here are a few options if your insurance does not cover Seroquel:

• Talk to your prescriber about alternatives.

• Ask for an exception from your prescription plan, though you may be required to do step therapy.

• File an appeal with your health plan.

• Try a patient assistance program.

• Use a GoodRx coupon for potential savings.

• Reconsider your prescription plan during your next open enrollment period to make sure the medication you need is covered.

How much does Seroquel cost without insurance?

If you don't have health insurance, the retail price of brand-name Seroquel depends on the following factors:

• Dosage form (Seroquel XR is typically more costly than Seroquel)

• Dosage

• Fill amount: 90-day supply versus 30-day supply

• Geographic location

• Specific pharmacy

The chart below contains recent prices for a 30-day supply of brand-name Seroquel based on twice-a-day dosages.

The chart below contains recent prices for a 30-day supply of brand-name Seroquel XR based on once-a-day dosages.

Generic Seroquel

Generic medications typically cost less than their brand-name counterparts. Quetiapine, the generic version of Seroquel, is available in the same forms and dosages as the brand name.

The chart below contains recent prices for 30-day supplies of different quetiapine twice-daily doses.

The chart below contains recent prices for 30-day supplies of different quetiapine ER once-daily doses.

How to afford Seroquel without insurance

Here are ways to save on Seroquel without insurance:

1. Use a GoodRx coupon

Using a GoodRx coupon may save you money on your Seroquel prescription. Here's how to get a coupon:

• Install the GoodRx app on your mobile device, or visit www.goodrx.com.

• Type "Seroquel" in the search field. Select "Seroquel (brand)" or "Seroquel (generic)" from the drop-down menu. For the extended-release tablets, search for "Seroquel XR" and choose brand or generic.

• Choose the correct dose and quantity, and make sure your location is correct.

• Select "Search prices" to find costs at local pharmacies.

• Choose the pharmacy where you want your prescription filled, and text, email, or print out your coupon.

• Present the coupon at the pharmacy when you pick up your prescription, but you'll likely need to wait for your medication to be reprocessed with your new price. Or to save time, call or message the pharmacy to give them the information before you fill your prescription.

2. Request a 90-day supply

Ask your prescriber to write you a prescription for a 90-day supply of Seroquel instead of a 30-day supply to compare costs. Getting a 3-month supply may offer a better value than filling your prescription every month. It also can cut down on your trips to the pharmacy and reduce your overall costs. If your health insurance covers Seroquel (quetiapine), ask about discounts for using your plan's mail-order pharmacy.

3. Compare prices at various pharmacies

Use GoodRx to easily compare costs at different pharmacies to find the best Seroquel price in your area.

4. Ask your prescriber about alternatives

A healthcare professional may not consider cost when prescribing your medication. Ask about less-costly versions or a similar medication that may work better with your budget.

5. Use your HSA or FSA funds

If you have a flexible spending account (FSA) or a health savings account (HSA), consider using it to help cover your Seroquel prescription. An FSA or HSA can reduce your out-of-pocket costs through tax savings.