Anastrozole is a generic oral tablet that’s prescribed for specific types of breast cancer. It’s available as the brand-name drug Arimidex. The cost of anastrozole, with and without insurance, can depend on several factors.

As with all medications, the cost of anastrozole can vary. Factors that may affect the price you’ll pay include your treatment plan, your insurance coverage, and the pharmacy you use.

To find out what the cost of anastrozole will be for you, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. Or, see the section below to learn how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.

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Anastrozole is a generic drug. This means it’s an exact copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. A generic drug is considered to be as safe and effective as the original drug but typically costs less.

Anastrozole is available as the brand-name drug Arimidex. If your doctor has prescribed anastrozole and you’re interested in taking Arimidex instead, talk with them. They may prefer one version over the other. You’ll need to check with your insurance provider, too. It may only cover one drug or the other.

To find out exactly how the costs of Arimidex and anastrozole compare, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

If you take anastrozole long term, you may be able to lower its cost in the following ways.

Getting a 3-month supply

You may be able to get a 90-day supply of anastrozole. If approved by your insurance company, getting a 90-day supply of the drug could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy. It may help lower the cost of anastrozole per month, too.

If you’re interested in getting a 90-day supply, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

Using a mail-order pharmacy

Anastrozole may be available through a mail-order pharmacy. Using a mail-order pharmacy may help lower the cost and allow you to receive anastrozole 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 via 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 financial support to pay for anastrozole, consider looking into websites that offer cost resources and information. Two such organizations are:

These sites can provide details about drug assistance programs, ways to make the most of your insurance coverage, and links to savings cards and other services. For more information, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance company about assistance paying for your medication.

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about drug cost and anastrozole.

How much does anastrozole cost with insurance vs. without it?

What you pay for anastrozole if you have insurance compared with what you’d pay without it depends on several factors. Factors that could affect what you pay for anastrozole with or without insurance include:

  • whether you apply and qualify for any available savings programs
  • your treatment plan
  • the quantity you’re prescribed (such as a 90-day or 30-day supply)
  • the pharmacy you use
  • your specific insurance plan benefits, if you have insurance
  • any prior authorization requirements you have for drug coverage with an insurance plan

To learn more about what you’d pay for anastrozole with or without insurance, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider (if you have one).

What’s the price of anastrozole 1-mg tablets?

The price you’d pay for anastrozole 1-mg tablets depends on various factors. Some factors that can affect the cost include:

  • the pharmacy you use
  • the quantity of tablets (whether you receive a 30-day supply or a 90-day supply)
  • the length of your treatment
  • whether you’re paying out of pocket or have insurance
  • whether there are payment assistance programs for your prescribed treatment

To learn more about your specific price for anastrozole, talk with your pharmacist, or insurance provider.

Below is information you may want to consider if you have insurance and receive anastrozole.

If you have insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers anastrozole. This means the company and your doctor will discuss anastrozole in regard to your treatment. The insurance company will then determine whether the medication is covered.

If a drug requires prior authorization but you start treatment without the prior approval, you could pay the full cost of the medication. You can ask your insurance company whether anastrozole requires prior authorization.

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