Breztri Aerosphere (budesonide/glycopyrrolate/formoterol fumarate) is a prescription drug used to manage COPD in adults. Breztri Aerosphere’s cost may depend on factors such as whether you have health insurance and the pharmacy you use.
The price you pay for Breztri Aerosphere can vary. Your cost may depend on:
- your treatment plan
- your insurance coverage (if you have it)
- the pharmacy you use
- available financial assistance for Breztri Aerosphere, such as the Breztri Zero Pay program (see below for coupons and savings options)
To find out how much you’ll pay for Breztri Aerosphere, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or look in the next section to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.
Note: If you have insurance, you may need to get prior authorization before your insurance provider will cover Breztri Aerosphere. This means your insurer and your doctor will discuss Breztri Aerosphere in regard to your treatment. Then your insurer will determine whether the drug is covered. If Breztri Aerosphere requires prior authorization and you don’t receive it before you start treatment, you could pay the full cost of the drug.
Be sure to ask your insurance company whether Breztri Aerosphere requires prior authorization.
To save money on your Breztri Aerosphere prescription, explore these Optum Perks coupons.
This section contains answers to some frequently asked questions about Breztri Aerosphere and cost.
How much does Breztri Aerosphere cost with insurance and without insurance?
In general, you may pay more for Breztri Aerosphere if you don’t have insurance.
If you have a private insurance plan with prescription drug coverage, your cost will depend on your specific plan’s benefits. Some plans have set costs for drugs, while others may require you to pay a percentage of Breztri Aerosphere’s cost. Keep in mind that some insurance plans may not cover Breztri Aerosphere.
To find out what this drug may cost you, visit the Breztri Aerosphere savings and support page. You can also refer to the “Can I get help paying for Breztri Aerosphere?” section.
Whether you have insurance or not, you can visit Optum Perks to get price estimates for Breztri Aerosphere when you use coupons from the site. It’s important to note that Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.
If you have more questions about how much you’ll pay for Breztri Aerosphere, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Is the cost of Breztri Aerosphere covered by Medicare?
It’s possible. If you have Medicare, the amount you’ll pay for Breztri Aerosphere will depend on your specific Medicare plan. For example, Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Part D plans have different copay options for the cost of brand-name drugs such as Breztri Aerosphere.
If you have questions about what you’ll pay for Breztri Aerosphere with Medicare, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or Medicare plan provider.
How does the cost of Breztri Aerosphere compare with that of Trelegy Ellipta?
Both Breztri Aerosphere and Trelegy Ellipta are inhalation therapies used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Both offer savings programs. You can learn more about the Breztri Zero Pay savings program here and Trelegy savings options here.
These drugs will likely cost about the same, and neither of them currently has a generic version available. Talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider to find out what your COPD medication may cost you.
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Breztri Aerosphere only comes as a brand-name drug. It’s not currently available in a generic version. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. Generics tend to cost less than brand-name drugs.
Why is there such a cost difference between brand-name drugs and generics?Years of research and testing are needed to ensure that brand-name drugs are safe and effective. This testing can make the drugs expensive. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell the drug for up to 20 years. After that, other drugmakers can create generic versions. This competition in the market can lead to lower costs for generics. And because generics have the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t need to be studied again. This can also lead to lower generic costs.
If you take Breztri Aerosphere long term, you may be able to lower your costs in the following ways:
- Look into getting a 90-day supply of your medication: You may be able to get a 90-day supply of Breztri Aerosphere if approved by your insurance company. This could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost of Breztri Aerosphere. If you’re interested in getting a 90-day supply of this drug, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
- Use a mail-order pharmacy to get your medication: Using a mail-order pharmacy might help lower your cost for Breztri Aerosphere. Plus, you could get your medication without leaving home. Some Medicare plans may help cover the cost of mail-order drugs. You may also be able to get a 90-day supply of the drug through mail order. If you don’t have health insurance, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They may be able to suggest online pharmacy options that could work for you.
If you need help covering the cost of Breztri Aerosphere or understanding your insurance, check out these resources:
On these sites, you can find insurance information, details on drug assistance programs, and links to savings cards and other services.
If you have questions about how to pay for your prescription, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Disclaimer: Healthline 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.