Symproic

Introduction

Written by Skyler Todd, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Molly Becze, PharmD, BCPS
Updated on December 21, 2023

Symproic is a brand-name medication that’s prescribed for constipation caused by taking opioids in adults with chronic pain that’s not caused by active cancer. Symproic is not available in a generic version. The cost of Symproic with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

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

Cost of Symproic

Like other medications, the cost of Symproic 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 Symproic 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 Symproic” section.

Coupons for Symproic

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

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 Symproic. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for Symproic. 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.
• A 3-month supply. If you’re taking Symproic 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.

Brand-names vs. generics

Symproic 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 versions.

Common questions about Symproic and cost

Here are some common questions and answers about Symproic.

How does the cost of Symproic compare with the cost of other similar drugs, such as Movantik?

Both these drugs are used to treat constipation caused by opioids. The cost of Symproic compared with Movantik will depend on your insurance plan or savings coupon and the pharmacy you use. The costs of both drugs are similar, but ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider which drug will cost less for you.

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 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 about Symproic

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

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 Symproic cost less with a coupon or my insurance?
• Are there other drugs for my constipation that cost less than Symproic?
• Will I save money with a 90-day supply of Symproic?

Resources

• Food and Drug Administration. (2023). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm
• Symproic (naldemedine tablets for oral use). (2020). https://www.symproic.com/images/common/Symproic-PI.pdf

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