Enalapril Hydrochlorothiazide

Introduction

Written by Rachel Maynard, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Michael Rio, PharmD
Updated on February 9, 2024

Enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide (e NAL a pril/hye droe klor oh THYE a zide) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for high blood pressure. The brand-name version of this drug is Vaseretic. The cost of enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

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

Cost of enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide

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

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

To find out how much enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide 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 enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide” section.

Coupons for enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide

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Insurance and other considerations for enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide

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 enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide. 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, contact your doctor or your insurance provider.
• A 3-month supply: If you’re taking enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide 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

Enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide is a generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is Vaseretic.

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 version.

If your doctor has prescribed enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide but you’re interested in taking Vaseretic, let your doctor 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 enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You could also contact your insurance company. 

Common questions about enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide and cost

Here are some common questions and answers about enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide.  

How does the cost of enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide compare with the cost of other blood pressure medications?

It depends. Enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide contains two drugs in one combination tablet that you take by mouth. Both of these drugs are used to treat high blood pressure. In fact, this medication is prescribed only for people who have been treated for high blood pressure in the past.

Enalapril is one of the ingredients in the combination. It’s in a group of drugs known as ACE inhibitors.

Hydrochlorothiazide is the other ingredient in the combination. It’s in a group of drugs known as diuretics.

There are several other types of blood pressure medications as well.

The cost of enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide compared with other blood pressure medications depends on many factors, including:

• your insurance plan, if you have coverage
• the pharmacy you use
• the quantity prescribed
• whether the medication is a generic or brand-name drug
• the drug’s strength
• whether the medication includes one or two drugs

Talk with your insurance provider, pharmacist, or doctor if you have questions about how costs of different blood pressure drugs compare. Also, see this article for ways to save on costs of blood pressure medications.

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.

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.

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 enalapril/hydrochlorothiazide

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

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 this prescription?
• Are there lower cost drugs available to treat my condition?
• Would it cost less to take enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide as two separate drugs?
• Is it safe to skip doses of this medication to save money?
• What options are available if I can’t afford my medication?

• Enalapril maleate and hydrochlorothiazide- enalapril maleate and hydrochlorothiazide tablet. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/7cb92cf2-46f2-4379-937c-168d230e43a4/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 
• Vaseretic tablets. (2020). https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2020/019221s050lbl.pdf  

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