Table of Contents

I. Jardiance Without Insurance

II. With Insurance (Medicare)

III. How much does Jardiance cost with Medicare?

IV. Waiting for Generic Jardiance

V. Alternatives to Jardiance

VI. Coupons and Discount Cards

VII. Conclusion: Using a Canadian Pharmacy

VIII. Jardiance Savings Overview

IX. FAQs

Your doctor has prescribed Jardiance, and now you need to know the best ways to save on the cost. Read on, and let us give you a step-by-step walkthrough of how you can save on Jardiance.

Without Insurance (Out-of-Pocket)

Insurance can help, but those paying out-of-pocket can still save big on Jardiance prices by using a Canadian online pharmacy. The process of getting prescription meds from across the border is safe, secure, and stress-free, as proven by how more than a million Americans buy their drugs from Canadian pharmacies. [1] Still have questions? Read our guide that answers all the common questions about getting prescriptions from Canada.

Not only is getting your medication from Canada safe and convenient, but it is also the most affordable option if you're paying out-of-pocket. See for yourself in the Jardiance price comparison below:

With Insurance (Medicare)

Higher-tiered drugs will have higher co-pays. There are five tiers in total. At Rite Aid Pharmacy and CVS, Jardiance is a tier 3 drug with a co-pay of $45 per month. With a Humana Premier Rx Plan, you will need to pay a deductible of $300 and a monthly premium of $93.70. With this coverage, Jardiance will cost you $141 after the deductible and $252.48 in the coverage gap. For a year's supply of Jardiance, if you go with Humana, you would be looking at $2,547.30. The screen capture below shows the cost of Jardiance from April to December 2023 with insurance.

Even with health insurance, the high cost can be explained by the coverage gap (a.k.a. the "donut hole"). You reach the coverage gap when the cost of medication reaches a limit. This limit is $4660 for 2023 [2]. After this amount, you must pay a percentage of the cost of your medication. The table below shows how:

• you must pay the deductible + co-pay for the first month
• the co-pay amount for each following month
• the coverage gap cost that starts once the medication cost exceeds the limit
• note: this cost does not include the monthly premium of $93.70

How much does Jardiance cost with Medicare?

You could also choose a drug plan with no deductible. This option will have a higher monthly premium. The AARP MedicareRx Preferred plan has a $0 deductible but a monthly charge of $122.50. If you choose this plan, your co-pay will be $47 a month until the donut hole. 

Remember, this monthly cost does not include the premium. With this plan, the total expected yearly cost (drug cost + premium) is $1741.46.

With or without insurance, the bottom line is you want to save money on your Jardiance prescription. Utilizing the benefits of an online Canadian pharmacy is the best way to save. But what other options do you have?

Waiting for Generic Jardiance

Going with a medication's generic version is a great way to save, but the active patent on Jardiance prevents other companies from joining the market.

With only brand-name Jardiance currently available in the United States, you'd need to wait until at least 2025 to save money with generic Jardiance. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) also allows for patent extensions up to 14 years after the FDA approval date. In Europe, Australia, and certain Asian countries, a drug patent may be extended up to five years. [3]

The possibility of Jardiance extending its patent means you may not access generic empagliflozin until 2030 or beyond. Until then, there's no hope of saving this way unless you use a Canadian pharmacy.

Online Canadian pharmacies like RxConnected already carry generic Jardiance. Why? Check out our guide on why other countries get generic drugs before the U.S.

Alternatives to Jardiance

Another way to save on your diabetes medication is switching to a Jardiance alternative—with your doctor's approval. Jardiance is a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor that lowers blood sugar by helping the kidneys remove excess sugar from the bloodstream. Other effective and well-tolerated SGLT2 inhibitors include:

• Invokana (canagliflozin)
• Farxiga (dapagliflozin)
• Steglatro (ertugliflozin)

Of these three Jardiance alternatives, Farxiga is the most affordable, with a co-pay of $45 per month before the coverage gap. However, you will also need to consider a $350 deductible and the price increase due to entering the coverage gap in the eighth month. 

The comparison chart below shows the co-pay cost of Jardiance alternatives before and after entering the donut hole. By getting Jardiance from RxConnected, you can avoid the coverage gap and save with a flat monthly cost of $65. 

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Coupons and Discount Cards

If you prefer to stay with your local pharmacy, you will need to rely on discount cards and coupons to save on Jardiance. There are several websites that offer coupons for Jardiance. The table below shows the price of Jardiance with a coupon from well-known sites like GoodRx, SingleCare, and RxPharmacyCoupons. 

Date accessed: 2023-03-10

Can I use a Patient-Assistance Program?

In addition to coupons, there are patient-assistance programs available. For example, Jardiance's website has a $10 per month co-pay offer for eligible patients. Unfortunately, patients on Medicare won't qualify, and our team found the questionnaire incredibly difficult to pass. In fact, none of our team members were able to qualify. 

Conclusion: Using a Canadian Pharmacy

There are many ways to save a little here and there on Jardiance by using coupons, discount cards, or simply switching to a Jardiance alternative. However, none of these methods help you save nearly as much as using a Canadian pharmacy.

Not only is RxConnected safe and affordable, but the process is also simple. With a few clicks, you will be experiencing the best way to save on Jardiance.

Jardiance Savings Overview

Date accessed 2023-03-24.

Living with diabetes is tough enough. Expensive antidiabetic drugs shouldn't be making it tougher. RxConnected offers the most affordable Jardiance, making it possible for our valued customers to save on costs and focus on improving their health.

Jardiance is an essential part of many type 2 diabetes treatments. The comparisons above show that Jardiance is significantly more affordable through an online Canadian pharmacy such as RxConnected. We want you to receive the necessary treatment without breaking the bank. It is time to join thousands of Americans and save without worrying about expensive health insurance premiums, co-pays, and coverage gaps.

FAQs

Does Jardiance offer a patient savings card?

Yes, Jardiance offers a patient savings card to eligible patients. With this card, qualified individuals can receive discounts on their Jardiance prescriptions. To determine eligibility and access the savings card, visit the official Jardiance website or inquire with your healthcare provider.

Are there restrictions on using Jardiance savings programs?

Certain restrictions may apply to Jardiance savings programs, such as income requirements or healthcare plan affiliations. Review program details carefully to determine eligibility.

Does Jardiance offer a patient assistance program for those in financial need?

Yes, the manufacturer of Jardiance (Boehringer Ingelheim) offers a patient assistance program to help eligible patients who are experiencing financial hardship. This program can provide free or discounted medication to qualifying individuals.

How much cheaper is generic Jardiance?

The exact amount of savings will come down to the dose and quantity. For example, 30 x 10 mg of generic Jardiance costs $55.50 when you order 100 pills. Compare this to 30 x 10 mg of brand-name Jardiance, which costs $68.40. In this scenario, you are looking at $12.90 of savings per month, or almost $150 of savings yearly. Keep in mind that this example requires patients to order 100 pills at a time.

What is Jardiance (empagliflozin), and what is it used for?

Jardiance (Empagliflozin) is used to treat type 2 diabetes. It belongs to a class of drugs called sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, which work by helping the kidneys remove excess glucose from the body through urine. This helps lower blood sugar levels in the body. [4]

Can I switch to a generic version of Jardiance to save money?

Due to patent laws, Jardiance currently does not have a generic version available in the United States. [5] However, generic Jardiance (empagliflozin) is available in Canada. The good news is that you can access empagliflozin through online Canadian pharmacies like RxConnected.

However, it's essential to consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your medication. They can advise you on suitable alternatives and discuss potential cost-saving options based on your specific medical needs.

Can I use discount cards with insurance?

No, discount cards cannot be combined with insurance. This means that any medications you purchase using discount cards will not be applied toward your insurance deductible or out-of-pocket maximums. [6]

How much can I save on Jardiance with a Canadian pharmacy?

A Canadian online pharmacy like RxConnected can help you save significantly, both on brand-name Jardiance and generic empagliflozin. For example, the yearly cost of 10 mg Jardiance is approximately $860 with RxConnected. If you rely on coupons at your local pharmacy, you will need to shell out more than $4000. Thousands of patients have already turned to online Canadian pharmacies to save on their medications. Switch to RxConnected and experience these savings for yourself.

Why is Jardiance so much cheaper from RxConnected?

RxConnected makes medications more affordable by optimizing various factors, including sourcing and direct delivery. By getting many of our medications from countries like Canada, we are able to bring you lower prices so that you can focus on getting better. 

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