Aliskiren
Generic Tekturna
Aliskiren (a lis KYE ren) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for high blood pressure. The brand-name version of this drug is Tekturna. The cost of aliskiren with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Aliskiren (a lis KYE ren) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for high blood pressure. The brand-name version of this drug is Tekturna. The cost of aliskiren with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Tablet
- • 300mg
- • 30 Tablets
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Intro
Introduction
Written by Rachel Maynard, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Scheffel, PharmD
Updated on December 7, 2023
Aliskiren (a lis KYE ren) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for high blood pressure. The brand-name version of this drug is Tekturna. The cost of aliskiren with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Read on to learn about aliskiren and cost. You can also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about aliskiren, including its uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Cost
Cost of aliskiren
Like other medications, the cost of aliskiren 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 aliskiren 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 aliskiren” section.
Coupons
Coupons for aliskiren
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of aliskiren. 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
Insurance and other considerations for aliskiren
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 aliskiren. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for aliskiren. 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.
- Insurance coverage. The cost of your doses will depend on your specific insurance plan. If you have questions about this process, contact your doctor or your insurance provider.
- A 3-month supply. If you’re taking aliskiren 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.
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
Generics vs. brand-names
Aliskiren is a generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is Tekturna.
A generic medication is an identical copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. (An active drug is the ingredient that makes a medication work.) 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 aliskiren but you’re interested in taking Tekturna, let them know. They may prefer one medication over the other. Also, check whether your insurance plan covers only one version of the drug.
To learn how the cost of aliskiren compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You could also contact your insurance company.
FAQ
Common questions about aliskiren and cost
Here are some common questions about aliskiren and their answers.
How does the cost of aliskiren compare with the cost of lisinopril?
It depends. The cost you pay for aliskiren or lisinopril may vary based on a few factors, including:
- the medication‘s strength and form
- the supply, such as 30 days or 90 days
- your insurance coverage or whether you pay out of pocket
- the pharmacy you use
To view pricing options of lisinopril when Optum Perks coupons are applied, view this page. In general, the cost of lisinopril appears to be less than the cost of aliskiren.
There may be reasons why a doctor recommends lisinopril over aliskiren. Or there might be other medications that can be used for your condition that cost less.
Talk with your insurance provider, pharmacist, or doctor if you have questions about how much your prescription will cost.
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 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 drug in a brand-name medication. (An active drug is the ingredient that makes a medication work.)
This competition may help keep costs of generic medications lower. Also, generic medications contain the same active drugs as brand-name medications. So, they don’t require the same testing, which can be costly.
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
What to ask about aliskiren
This article provides cost information related to aliskiren. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you can find coupons for aliskiren.
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:
- Are there other lower cost drugs that could be used to treat my condition?
- Is it safe to skip doses of aliskiren to help save money?
- Could using a different strength of aliskiren lower my cost?
- What options are available if I can’t afford my medication?
Resources
Resources
- Aliskiren – aliskiren hemifumarate tablet, film coated. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/41c0e5e0-eb26-4d9e-bcd2-d0f2cc8fc6db/spl-doc
- Food and Drug Administration. (2023). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm
Disclaimer: Optum Perks has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.
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