Diflorasone

Introduction

Written by Skyler Todd, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Purva Singla, PharmD
Updated on February 16, 2024

Diflorasone (dye FLOR a sone) is a generic medication that’s prescribed to relieve itching and inflammation for skin conditions. The brand-name version of this drug is ApexiCon E. The cost of diflorasone, with or without insurance, can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

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

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Cost of diflorasone

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

• your insurance plan, if you have coverage
• the pharmacy you use
• the quantity you’re prescribed (30 days or 90 days)
• the drug form you’re prescribed

To find out how much diflorasone 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 diflorasone” section.

Coupons for diflorasone

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

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Insurance and other considerations for diflorasone

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 diflorasone. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for diflorasone. The insurance company will decide whether to cover the medication. If a drug requires prior authorization and you begin using it without this, you may have to pay the full price of the drug.
• Insurance coverage: The cost of the ointment or cream 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 using diflorasone 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

Diflorasone is a generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is ApexiCon E.

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.) Generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. And they’re thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name versions.

If your doctor has prescribed diflorasone but you’re interested in ApexiCon E, let them know. They may have a reason to prescribe one medication over the other. Also, check which forms of the drug your insurance plan covers, as it may not cover all forms.

To learn how the cost of diflorasone compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You could also contact your insurance company.

Common questions about diflorasone and cost

Here are some common questions and answers about diflorasone.

Does diflorasone topical cream cost less than the topical ointment form of the drug?

It depends. The cost of diflorasone topical cream and diflorasone topical ointment is generally similar. However, the specific cost will depend on which pharmacy you use, the number of days supplied, and whether you have insurance. Talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider about the cost differences between the cream and the ointment.

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 the 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.

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 diflorasone

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

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:

• Which is less expensive, the ointment or the cream?
• Are there alternative topicals that cost less than diflorasone?
• Will diflorasone cost less with my insurance or a coupon?

Resources

• Diflorasone diacetate ointment USP, 0.05%. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/23eb27a4-157f-4eb5-a390-37586710808f/spl-doc
• Food and Drug Administration. (2024). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm

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