Phentolamine Mesylate
Phentolamine (fen TOLE a meen) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for high blood pressure in people with a rare type of adrenal gland tumor. The brand-name version of this drug is Oraverse. The cost of phentolamine with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Phentolamine (fen TOLE a meen) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for high blood pressure in people with a rare type of adrenal gland tumor. The brand-name version of this drug is Oraverse. The cost of phentolamine with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Solution Reconstituted
- • 1 of 5mg
- • 1 Vial
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Intro
Introduction
Written by Dena Westphalen, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Brittany A. Duke, PharmD, RPh
Updated on February 12, 2024
Phentolamine (fen TOLE a meen) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for high blood pressure in people with a rare type of adrenal gland tumor. The brand-name version of this drug is Oraverse. The cost of phentolamine 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 phentolamine to:
- prevent and treat high blood pressure in people with pheochromocytoma (a rare type of adrenal gland tumor)
- diagnose pheochromocytoma
- prevent and treat skin issues caused by receiving an intravenous (IV) infusion of norepinephrine
Read on to learn about phentolamine and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about phentolamine, including its uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Cost
Cost of phentolamine
Like other medications, the cost of phentolamine 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 phentolamine
- the quantity you’re prescribed
To find out how much phentolamine 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 “Coupons for phentolamine” section.
Coupons
Coupons for phentolamine
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of phentolamine. 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 phentolamine
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 phentolamine. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for phentolamine. 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: Even if your policy has prescription drug coverage, the price of phentolamine may instead be billed through your medical coverage. This is because a doctor or another healthcare professional gives doses of phentolamine. 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 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
Phentolamine is a generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is Oraverse.
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 phentolamine but you’re interested in using Oraverse, 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 phentolamine compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor. You could also contact your insurance company.
FAQ
Common questions about phentolamine and cost
Here are some common questions and answers about phentolamine.
Is phentolamine covered by Medicare?
Possibly. Ultimately, whether Medicare covers phentolamine will depend on your specific plan. Phentolamine may also be billed through a different part of your Medicare plan than other prescription drugs since this medication is given by a healthcare professional.
If you have questions about whether your Medicare plan covers phentolamine, contact your plan administrator. You can also talk with your pharmacist to learn more about the cost of phentolamine.
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 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
What to ask about phentolamine
This article provides cost information related to phentolamine. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for phentolamine.
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 health insurance plan or prescription plan cover the cost of phentolamine?
- How long will I need to plan to pay for treatment with phentolamine?
- What are my options if I cannot afford my medication?
- Are there any coupons to make my medication more affordable?
Resources
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
- Phentolamine mesylate for Injection USP, 5mg. (2017). https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/spl/data/ff65fd62-d66a-48f3-bd95-2870b8cf74cf/ff65fd62-d66a-48f3-bd95-2870b8cf74cf.xml
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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