Invanz
Ertapenem
Ertapenem injection is a generic medication that’s prescribed for types of bacterial infections. The brand-name version of this drug is Invanz. The cost of ertapenem with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Ertapenem injection is a generic medication that’s prescribed for types of bacterial infections. The brand-name version of this drug is Invanz. The cost of ertapenem with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Solution Reconstituted
- • 10 of 1gm
- • 1 Vial
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Intro
Introduction
Medically reviewed by Bryson Russell, PharmD, MHSA, MSc
Written by Malini Ghoshal, RPh, MS
Updated on September 20, 2023
Ertapenem injection is a generic medication that’s prescribed for types of bacterial infections. The brand-name version of this drug is Invanz. The cost of ertapenem 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 ertapenem to treat moderate to severe bacterial infections. They include:
- pelvic infections
- pneumonia
- abdominal infections
- skin infections
- urinary tract infections
Read on to learn about ertapenem and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about ertapenem, including its uses, talk with your doctor.
Cost
Cost of ertapenem
Like other medications, the cost of ertapenem can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:
- your insurance plan, if you have coverage
- the cost to visit a healthcare professional to receive doses of ertapenem injection
To find out how much ertapenem costs, ask your doctor 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 following section.
Coupons
Coupons for ertapenem
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of ertapenem. The Optum Perks coupons above can provide significant savings on your prescription costs.
Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with 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 ertapenem
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 ertapenem. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for ertapenem. The insurance company will decide whether to cover the medication. If a drug requires prior authorization and you begin receiving it without this, you may have to pay the full price of the drug.
- Insurance coverage. Even if your policy has prescription drug coverage, the price of ertapenem may be billed through your medical coverage. This is because ertapenem injection doses are given by a doctor or another healthcare professional. The cost of your doses will depend on your specific insurance plan and whether you receive the doses at your doctor’s clinic or a hospital. If you have questions about this process, contact your doctor or your insurance provider.
If you have questions about any of these considerations, ask your doctor. Or contact your insurance company and talk with a representative.
If you don’t have a health insurance plan, let your doctor know. You can ask them about ways to obtain health insurance coverage.
Generics vs. brand names
Generics vs. brand names
Ertapenem is a generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is Invanz.
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 ertapenem, but you’re interested in receiving Invanz, 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 ertapenem compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor. You could also contact your insurance company.
FAQ
Common questions about ertapenem and cost
Here are some common questions about ertapenem and their answers.
Does Medicare cover ertapenem?
Yes, this is possible. There are several types of Medicare plans. Your coverage and cost with Medicare depends on:
- your specific plan and benefits
- how much you need to pay to receive ertapenem from a healthcare professional
- whether there is a prior authorization requirement for the medication
To find out whether Medicare covers ertapenem and what you can expect to pay, ask your doctor or plan provider.
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 the 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.
What to ask
What to ask about ertapenem
This article provides cost information related to ertapenem. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for ertapenem.
If you have more questions about paying for this medication, ask your doctor. 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 cost for ertapenem depend on whether I receive it in a healthcare facility or doctor’s office?
- If I receive ertapenem into a muscle, will it cost less than if I receive it into a vein?
- How does the cost of ertapenem compare with ciprofloxacin?
Resources
Resources
- Ertapenem for injection for intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) use. (2022). nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/c398450c-2b72-86a4-e053-2995a90ad1f0/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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