Promethegan, Promethazine
Generic Phenergan
Promethazine is a generic medication that’s prescribed for certain conditions, including allergies and nausea. The brand-name version of this drug is Promethegan. The cost of promethazine with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Promethazine is a generic medication that’s prescribed for certain conditions, including allergies and nausea. The brand-name version of this drug is Promethegan. The cost of promethazine with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Suppository
- • 12 of 25mg
- • 1 Box
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Intro
Introduction
Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Scheffel, PharmD
Written by Dena Westphalen, PharmD
Updated on May 4, 2023
Promethazine is a generic medication that’s prescribed for certain conditions, including allergies and nausea. The brand-name version of this drug is Promethegan. The cost of promethazine with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Promethazine comes in these forms:
- an oral syrup (also called liquid solution)
- an oral tablet
- an injection into your muscle or given as intravenous (IV) infusion (an injection into your vein given over time)
- a suppository that you insert into your rectum
Specifically, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved promethazine for:
- allergies, including seasonal allergies and hives
- sedation (a state of relaxation or sleepiness) during episodes of agitation or for surgery
- motion sickness
- nausea and vomiting caused by anesthesia or surgery
- pain following surgery
Read on to learn about promethazine and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about promethazine, including its uses, refer to this overview article.
Cost
Cost of promethazine
Like other medications, the cost of promethazine 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 injections of promethazine
- the cost to purchase needles and syringes to use with promethazine injection
To find out how much promethazine 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 following section.
Coupons
Coupons for promethazine
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of promethazine. 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 promethazine
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 promethazine. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for promethazine. 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. Even if your policy has prescription drug coverage, the price of promethazine may instead be billed through your medical coverage. This might happen if your promethazine treatment is 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.
- A 3-month supply. If you’re taking promethazine 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.
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
Promethazine is a generic medication. The brand-name version of this drug is Promethegan.
Form | Generic available | Brand available | Brand name |
oral syrup (also called liquid solution) | ✓ | ||
oral tablet | ✓ | ||
injection | ✓ | ||
suppository that you insert into your rectum | ✓ | ✓ | Promethegan |
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 promethazine but you’re interested in using Promethegan, 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 promethazine compares with its brand-name version, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You could also contact your insurance company.
FAQ
Common questions about promethazine and cost
Here are some common questions about promethazine and their answers.
Is promethazine available over the counter? If so, is there a cost difference with that form and the prescription form of the drug?
No, promethazine is not available over the counter. The drug is only available if a doctor prescribes it.
The cost of promethazine could vary depending on which dosage form your doctor prescribes. To learn more about the cost of this medication, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. And for more information about its dosages and forms, see this article.
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 drug manufacturers 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 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 promethazine
This article provides cost information related to promethazine. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for promethazine.
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 the dosage form of promethazine affect the drug’s cost?
- If I can’t afford promethazine, is there an alternative medication I can try?
- Will generic promethazine cost less than the brand-name version, Promethegan?
Resources
Resources
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- Promethazine hydrochloride- promethazine hydrochloride solution. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/32022e66-6f76-430a-8ad2-1e9e2872fee1/spl-doc
- Promethazine hydrochloride- promethazine hydrochloride suppository. (2022). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/46b869e2-9305-43ae-bb15-919a6d09b6ff/spl-doc
- Promethazine hydrochloride- promethazine hydrochloride syrup. (2021). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/d32ea9db-11d4-400d-b7ef-dd0ec01b796d/spl-doc
- Promethazine hydrochloride- promethazine hydrochloride tablet. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/f4c23037-e415-7604-e053-2995a90a5bb6/spl-doc
- Promethegan- promethazine hydrochloride suppository. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/6b72dcf9-a4a1-4cc1-b7c2-a0bc2740fe97/spl-doc
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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