Magnesium

Written by Lauren Lerner
Medically reviewed by Philip Ngo, PharmD
Updated on August 27, 2024

Cost of magnesium sulfate

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

• your insurance plan, if you have coverage
• the pharmacy you use
• the cost to visit a healthcare professional to receive doses of magnesium sulfate 
• the amount prescribed
• the drug form you’re prescribed 

To find out how much magnesium sulfate 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 magnesium sulfate costs when using Optum Perks coupons, see the prices shown on this page.

Coupons for magnesium sulfate

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

Drug prices often vary between pharmacies, such as CVS, Walmart, Rite Aid, and local pharmacies. Check the Optum Perks coupon list on this page to find discounts available at pharmacies near you.

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.

Common questions about magnesium sulfate’s cost

Here are some common questions and answers about magnesium sulfate.

Is magnesium sulfate covered by insurance?

It depends. Each insurance plan has its own drug list, also called a formulary. If magnesium sulfate is not on your plan’s drug list, a different medication may be available to treat your condition. 

If your drug plan does cover magnesium sulfate, the cost may differ based on your insurance plan and whether you’ve paid your deductible for the year. Other factors that may affect your cost include which pharmacy you use and whether you get a 90-day supply.

If you’d like to know more about whether magnesium sulfate is covered by your insurance, talk with your insurance provider, doctor, or pharmacist.

Is magnesium sulfate covered by Medicare?

Possibly. Like other insurance plans, Medicare coverage for medications varies depending on the specific plan you have. The list of drugs a plan covers is called a formulary. A plan’s formulary may change over time, so be sure to check with your insurance provider to learn which drugs are covered.

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

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