Activella, Combipatch

Introduction

Written by Rachel Maynard, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Molly Becze, PharmD, BCPS
Updated on January 25, 2024

Mimvey is a branded-generic medication that’s prescribed to help manage symptoms of menopause. The brand-name version of this drug is Activella. The cost of Mimvey with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

Specifically, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Mimvey to:

• treat hot flashes or night sweats that occur due to menopause
• treat symptoms of vaginal atrophy (thinning of the walls of the vagina) due to menopause
• prevent weakening of the bones that sometimes occurs after menopause

Read on to learn about Mimvey and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about Mimvey, including its uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. 

Cost of Mimvey

Like other medications, the cost of Mimvey can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:

• your insurance plan, if you have coverage
• the pharmacy you use

To find out how much Mimvey costs, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. They may be able to suggest ways to save money on your prescription, including those described in this article. To find out what you’d pay using savings coupons, read the “Coupons for Mimvey” section.

Coupons for Mimvey

Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of Mimvey. The Optum Perks coupons above can provide significant savings on your prescription costs.

Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.

Available app for coupons

To make finding and using these coupons easier, you can download the Optum Perks app. To learn more about this prescription discount app, see this article.

Insurance and other considerations for Mimvey

Here’s a list of things to consider about the cost of prescription drugs:

• Prior authorization: If you have prescription drug insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers the cost of Mimvey. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for Mimvey. The insurance company will decide whether to cover the medication. If a drug requires prior authorization and you begin taking it without this, you may have to pay the full price of the drug.
• A 3-month supply: If you’re taking Mimvey long term, your doctor may suggest a 90-day supply of the medication. This will have to be approved by your insurance company. Getting a 90-day supply could help lower the drug’s cost. It could also save you time having to make trips to your pharmacy.
• Savings accounts: If you’re eligible for a health savings account (HSA) or a flexible spending account (FSA), you can likely use funds from these accounts to pay for your prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medications. HSA and FSA plans help people save money by using pretax dollars to pay for eligible healthcare expenses, such as prescription and OTC drugs. To learn more about whether you’re eligible for these savings accounts and how to use them, talk with your insurance provider or employer.

If you have questions about any of these considerations, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Or contact your insurance company and talk with a representative.

If you don’t have a health insurance plan, let your doctor or pharmacist know. They may suggest online pharmacy options you could use. You can also ask them about ways to obtain health insurance coverage.

Generics vs. brand-names

Mimvey is a branded-generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is Activella. Usually, generic drugs are referred to by the name of their active ingredients. (Active ingredients are what make a medication work.) But branded-generic drugs, such as Mimvey, are given a proprietary name by the drugmaker.

There are other generic versions containing the same active ingredients as Mimvey (estradiol and norethindrone). If you have questions, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They may be able to suggest alternatives.

A generic medication is an identical copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. Generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. And they’re thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name version.

If your doctor has prescribed Mimvey but you’re interested in taking Activella or another product, let your doctor know. They may have a reason to prescribe one medication over the other.

To learn how the cost of Mimvey compares with its brand-name or other branded-generic versions, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You could also contact your insurance company. 

Common questions about Mimvey and cost

Here are some common questions and answers about Mimvey.

How does the cost of Mimvey compare with the cost of Activella or Prempro?

Mimvey usually costs less than Activella or Prempro. Activella is the brand-name version of Mimvey. Prempro is another brand-name drug to treat symptoms of menopause, but it has different ingredients than Mimvey and Activella. They are all types of hormone therapy for menopause.

The cost of a medication may vary based on several factors, such as:

• whether you’re prescribed a brand-name or generic version
• the quantity you’re prescribed, such as for 30 days or 90 days
• your insurance coverage or whether you pay out of pocket
• the pharmacy you use

Mimvey is a branded-generic oral tablet used to treat symptoms of menopause. There are other generic and branded-generic medications available to treat menopausal symptoms, including other dosage forms. Some products or dosage forms may cost less than others.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about which medication is best for you or how their costs compare. You can also ask your insurance provider which drugs they cover. Coverage may vary depending on your specific plan.

Why are costs different for brand-name drugs vs. generic drugs?

Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the studies needed to test how safe and effective they are.

Makers of a brand-name drug can patent and sell their drug for up to 20 years. When the patent for a brand-name drug expires, other drugmakers can make and sell generic versions. A generic medication is an identical copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. (An active ingredient is what makes a medication work.)

This competition may help keep costs of generic medications lower. Also, generic medications contain the same active ingredients as brand-name medications. So they don’t require the same testing, which can be costly.

Mimvey is a branded-generic medication. Usually, generic drugs are referred to by the name of their active ingredients. But branded-generic drugs are given a proprietary name by the drugmaker.

If you’d like to know more about the cost differences between brand-name and generic drugs, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

What to ask about Mimvey

This article provides cost information related to Mimvey. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for Mimvey.

If you have more questions about paying for this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist. You can also contact your insurance company.

Here’s a list of questions you may want to ask regarding the cost of your medication:

• Does my insurance cover the cost of Mimvey?
• Are there other low cost drugs that could be used to treat my condition?
• Is it safe to use an OTC product or a supplement instead of this prescription medication to lower my costs?
• What options are available if I can’t afford my medication?

Resources

• Food and Drug Administration. (2024). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm
• Mimvey- estradiol and norethindrone acetate tablets for oral use. (2022). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/b1c5c06b-9ce2-4bf7-9693-e37608055a14/spl-doc

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