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Introduction

Written by Jen Seabright, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Molly Becze, PharmD, BCPS
Updated on January 16, 2024

AgonEaze is a brand-name medication that’s prescribed for topical pain relief. AgonEaze is not available in a generic version. The cost of AgonEaze with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

Specifically, AgonEaze is prescribed for children and adults as a local topical anesthetic. It’s also used to numb the skin before minor procedures.

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

Cost of AgonEaze

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

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

To find out how much AgonEaze 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 AgonEaze” section.

Coupons for AgonEaze

Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of AgonEaze. 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 for AgonEaze

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 AgonEaze. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for AgonEaze. 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.
• 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.

Brand-names vs. generics

AgonEaze is a brand-name medication. It’s not available in a generic version.

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.

Common questions about AgonEaze and cost

Here are some common questions about AgonEaze and their answers.

Is AgonEaze covered by insurance?

Possibly. You may call your insurance company to find out whether your plan covers AgonEaze. There are many types of insurance plans, so your coverage and what you pay for prescriptions will be based on your particular plan’s benefits.

You can also check with your doctor or pharmacist for information about whether AgonEaze is covered under insurance.

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 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 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 or pharmacist.

What to ask about AgonEaze

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

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:

• Will the quantity of AgonEaze my doctor prescribes affect the cost?
• Are there any lower cost medications available to treat my condition?
• What options do I have if I can’t afford my medication?

Resources

• AgonEaze (lidocaine 2.5% and prilocaine 2.5% cream, USP). (2018). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/2930a1d6-9df5-03c4-e054-00144ff8d46c/spl-doc

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