Mifepristone
Generic Mifeprex
Mifepristone (mi FE pris tone) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for the medical termination of pregnancy. The brand-name versions of this drug are Korlym and Mifeprex. The cost of mifepristone with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Mifepristone (mi FE pris tone) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for the medical termination of pregnancy. The brand-name versions of this drug are Korlym and Mifeprex. The cost of mifepristone with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Tablet
- • 1 of 200mg
- • 1 Box
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Intro
Introduction
Written by Jen Seabright, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Victor Nguyen, PharmD, MBA
Updated on December 5, 2023
Mifepristone (mi FE pris tone) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for the medical termination of pregnancy. The brand-name versions of this drug are Korlym and Mifeprex. The cost of mifepristone 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 mifepristone to end a pregnancy in the uterus through 70 days of gestation in people who can become pregnant.
Read on to learn about mifepristone and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about mifepristone, including its uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Cost
Cost of mifepristone
Like other medications, the cost of mifepristone 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 mifepristone 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 mifepristone” section.
Coupons
Coupons for mifepristone
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of mifepristone. 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 mifepristone
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 mifepristone. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for mifepristone. 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.
If you have questions about this, 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
Mifepristone is a generic medication. The brand-name versions of this drug are Korlym and Mifeprex.
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 versions.
If your doctor has prescribed mifepristone but you’re interested in taking Korlym or Mifeprex, 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 mifepristone compares with its brand-name versions, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You could also contact your insurance company.
FAQ
Common questions about mifepristone and cost
Here are some common questions about mifepristone and their answers.
How does the cost of mifepristone compare with the cost of misoprostol?
Like mifepristone, misoprostol is a generic drug. It’s often prescribed along with mifepristone. If you have insurance and have questions about the cost of either medication, you can contact your plan representative. If you don’t have insurance, you can ask your pharmacist for pricing information.
If you have questions about how to take these drugs, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
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 mifepristone
This article provides cost information related to mifepristone. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for mifepristone.
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 my dosage of mifepristone affect the cost?
- Are there other lower cost drugs available to treat my condition?
- What options do I have 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
- Mifepristone tablets, 200mg for oral use. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/b63fad9b-7f12-4400-9019-b0586054e534/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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