Jublia (efinaconazole) is a prescription drug that’s used to treat toenail fungal infections. Jublia’s cost may depend on factors such as whether you have health insurance and the pharmacy you use.
The price you pay for Jublia can vary. Your cost may depend on your insurance coverage (if you have it) and the pharmacy you use.
To find out how much you’ll pay for Jublia, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or look below in the next section to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.
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Jublia does have an approved generic drug called efinaconazole, but it isn’t currently available on the market. A generic contains an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. A generic is considered just as safe and effective as the original drug but tends to cost less.
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 exclusively 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 Jublia long term, you may be able to lower your costs by getting a 90-day supply of your medication. A 90-day supply of Jublia could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost of Jublia. If you’re interested in getting a 90-day supply of this drug, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
If you need help covering the cost of Jublia or understanding your insurance, check out these resources:
On these pages, 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.
Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about Jublia and cost.
What is the cost of Jublia with insurance?
The cost of Jublia with insurance depends on various factors. These include:
- your specific plan benefits
- if you qualify for a cost savings program such as the Ortho Dermatologics Access Program
The cost may also depend on other factors, such as your copay (your share of the cost of a medication). Keep in mind that your plan may have prior authorization requirements before it will cover Jublia.
To learn about the cost of Jublia with insurance, talk with your insurance provider or your doctor. They can let you know what you can expect to pay for Jublia.
You can also visit Optum Perks* to get price estimates for Jublia 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.
* Optum Perks is a sister site of Healthline.
Is Jublia covered by Medicare?
It’s possible. Medicare Part D is Medicare’s prescription drug coverage. There are many different types of plans available, and your cost and coverage will depend on your individual plan benefits. To find out whether your plan covers the cost of Jublia, call your plan provider.
Keep in mind that your plan may have prior authorization requirements before it will cover Jublia.
You can also ask your doctor or pharmacist about the cost of Jublia if you have Medicare.
How does the cost of Jublia compare with that of similar drugs, such as ketoconazole?
The cost of Jublia compared with the cost of other drugs that treat toenail fungus can depend on several factors.
One difference that may affect cost is the drug form. Jublia comes as a solution that you apply directly to the affected nail. But some antifungal treatments come as oral tablets, such as:
- ketoconazole
- griseofulvin (Fulvicin, Gris-PEG)
- fluconazole (Diflucan)
- itraconazole (Sporanox)
Also, some drugs may be available in a generic version. Generic drugs tend to cost less than brand-name drugs. For example, terbinafine is a generic drug that’s available to treat toenail fungus.
Other factors that may affect how much you pay include:
- whether there are any cost savings programs available for the drug you’re prescribed
- whether you have insurance or are paying out of pocket
- how long your treatment lasts
If you have questions about the cost of Jublia compared with the cost of similar medications, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. They can share more details on treatment costs based on your specific situation.
If you have insurance, you may need to get prior authorization before your insurance provider will cover Jublia. This means your insurer and your doctor will discuss Jublia in regard to your treatment. Then the insurance company will determine whether the drug is covered. If Jublia 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 Jublia requires prior authorization.
If you still have questions about the cost of Jublia, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They may be able to give you a better idea of what you’ll pay for this drug. But if you have health insurance, you’ll need to talk with your insurance provider to learn the actual cost you’d pay for Jublia.
Examples of questions you may want to ask your doctor or insurance provider include:
- Which lower cost alternative treatments to Jublia can I use for toenail fungus?
- Which Jublia savings programs am I eligible for?
- What other treatment options do I have if I can’t afford Jublia?
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