Mefenamic Acid
Mefenamic acid (me fe NAM ik AS id) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for pain and for painful periods. Mefenamic acid is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of mefenamic acid with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Mefenamic acid (me fe NAM ik AS id) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for pain and for painful periods. Mefenamic acid is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of mefenamic acid with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Capsule
- • 250mg
- • 30 Capsules
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Intro
Introduction
Written by Rachel Maynard, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Molly Becze, PharmD, BCPS
Updated on December 20, 2023
Mefenamic acid (me fe NAM ik AS id) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for pain and for painful periods. Mefenamic acid is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of mefenamic acid with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Read on to learn about mefenamic acid and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about mefenamic acid, including its uses, refer to this overview article.
Cost
Cost of mefenamic acid
Like other medications, the cost of mefenamic acid 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 mefenamic acid 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 mefenamic acid” section.
Coupons
Coupons for mefenamic acid
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of mefenamic acid. 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 mefenamic acid
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 mefenamic acid. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for mefenamic acid. 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. The cost of your doses will depend on your specific insurance plan. 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
Mefenamic acid is a generic medication. It’s not available in a brand-name version.
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.) Mefenamic acid is based on the brand-name version Ponstel, which is no longer available.
Generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. And they’re thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name version.
FAQ
Common questions about mefenamic acid and cost
Here are some common questions about mefenamic acid and their answers.
Is mefenamic acid covered by Medicare?
It depends on your Medicare drug plan. Each plan has its own drug list (known as a formulary). If mefenamic acid isn’t on your plan’s drug list, a different medication to treat your condition may be covered.
The price you’ll pay for mefenamic acid can also depend on other factors, such as the pharmacy you use. It may also depend on whether you’ve paid your deductible for the year.
Talk with your insurance provider, pharmacist, or doctor if you have questions about whether mefenamic acid is covered by Medicare.
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 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 or pharmacist.
What to ask
What to ask about mefenamic acid
This article provides cost information related to mefenamic acid. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for mefenamic acid.
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:
- Can I use an over-the-counter medication instead of a prescription to lower my costs?
- Is it safe to skip doses of my medication to save money?
- Are there other low cost drugs that could treat my condition?
- What other options are available if I can’t afford my medication?
Resources
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
- Mefenamic acid 250 mg capsules. (2021). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/f8b1a4a2-83fc-6b4b-e053-6394a90ac46a/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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