\nExploring other medications, health insurance options, Medicaid, CHIP, or manufacturer\u2019s patient assistance programs are recommended ways to manage or reduce the cost of Spiriva Respimat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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<\/label>Spiriva Respimat is a brand-name prescription drug that helps reduce flare-ups of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (<\/span>COPD<\/span>), a medical condition that includes chronic <\/span>bronchitis<\/span> and <\/span>emphysema<\/span>. Spiriva Respimat is also FDA-approved as a long-term maintenance treatment for <\/span>asthma<\/span> in adults and children six years or older. Intended for long-term maintenance use rather than as a rescue inhalation spray, Spiriva Respimat helps to reduce the incidence and severity of bronchospasms, asthma symptoms, and COPD exacerbations. Its active ingredient, tiotropium bromide, is an anticholinergic <\/span>bronchodilator<\/span> that blocks the chemical that signals muscles in the airways to spasm and tighten. Common side effects include dry mouth, sore throat, urinary retention, and sinus infections. Tiotropium is unavailable in generic or over-the-counter versions, so people without insurance will pay a premium price for the brand name. Fortunately, people without insurance have several ways to bring down the cost.<\/span><\/p>\nWhat is the generic for Spiriva Respimat?<\/span><\/h2>\nThere is currently no generic version of Spiriva Respimat available. It is uncertain when a generic version might appear, but it might be as late as 2027.<\/span><\/p>\nIs Spiriva Respimat covered by insurance?<\/span><\/h2>\nSpiriva Respimat mist and <\/span>Spiriva Handihaler<\/span> metered inhalers are usually covered by health insurance plans and Medicare prescription drug plans. Still, there may be restrictions such as quantity limits or mail-order only. Insurance companies tend to group both under brand-name drug tiers so that the copay cost will be higher than generic drugs. Other factors, such as coinsurance or coverage gaps, will determine the final out-of-pocket.<\/span><\/p>\nHow much does Spiriva Respimat cost without insurance?<\/span><\/h2>\nWithout insurance, the average cash price for a single Spiriva Respimat inhaler is $620. A single inhaler provides 60 actuations, enough medicine for 30 days. That means the average price per day of treatment is around $20. A year\u2019s worth of Spiriva will cost over $7,000.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nUnfortunately, there is no lower-priced generic version of Spiriva. There are similar inhaled anticholinergics\u2014<\/span>Tudorza Pressair<\/span> (aclidinium) and <\/span>Incruse Ellipta<\/span> (umeclidinium bromide)\u2014but switching to these other brands will not save money. Ask a healthcare professional for medical advice about alternative generic drugs that work differently than Spiriva, like <\/span>inhaled corticosteroid<\/span>s<\/span>. However, there will be trade-offs in both effectiveness and side effects. If other inhalants are also prescribed, money could be saved by switching to combination inhalers. A drug like tiotropium is typically prescribed with a long-acting beta antagonist. Purchasing both in a single inhaler may be cheaper than getting both separately.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/b>Spiriva Respimat alternatives<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\nSpiriva Respimat\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n $619 per 1, 4 gm of 2.5 mcg\/act aerosol solution<\/span><\/td>\n $408 per 1, 4 gm of 2.5 mcg\/act aerosol solution of brand-name Spiriva Respimat<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nStiolto Respimat<\/span><\/td>\n $600 per 1, 4 gm of 2.5-2.5 mcg\/act aerosol solution<\/span><\/td>\n $370 per 1, 4 gm of 2.5-2.5 mcg\/act aerosol solution of brand-name Stiolto Respimat<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nAdvair HFA<\/span><\/td>\n $541 per 1, 12 gm\u00a0 of 115-21 mcg\/act aerosol solution<\/span><\/td>\n $243 per 1, 12 gm\u00a0 of 115-21 mcg\/act aerosol solution of brand-name Advair HFA<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nTrelegy Ellipta<\/span><\/td>\n $885 per 1, 60 blisters of 100 mcg\/62.5 mcg\/25 mcg inhaler<\/span><\/td>\n $517 per 1, 60 blisters of 100 mcg\/62.5 mcg\/25 mcg inhaler of brand-name Trelegy Ellipta<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nBreztri Aerosphere<\/span><\/td>\n $809 per 10.7 gm of 160-9-4.8 mcg\/act aerosol solution<\/span><\/td>\n $521 per 10.7 gm of 160-9-4.8 mcg\/act aerosol solution of brand-name Bretzi Aerosphere<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nPrescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing. The listed price without insurance references the price of brand-name drugs (unless otherwise specified). The listed price references the price of generic drugs, if available. Click the link under \u201cSavings options\u201d to see the latest drug prices.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHow to get Spiriva Respimat without insurance<\/span><\/h2>\nAt an annual cost exceeding $7,000, paying for Spiriva Respimat can be challenging over the long term. One option is to look into the manufacturer\u2019s patient assistance program or track down any manufacturer coupons. However, not everyone will meet the eligibility requirements for patient assistance, and manufacturer coupons and rebates are not common. More practical savings can be found by using a <\/span>prescription discount card<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Save as much as $200 a month with a savings card<\/span><\/h3>\n can reduce the cost of prescription medications by as much as 80%. The lowest price for a 30-day supply of Spiriva Respimat is $408, more than $200 off the average retail price. Savings could add up to $2,400 yearly. Keep in mind that discount prices for Spiriva will vary by participating pharmacies. Shop free coupons for Spiriva on \u2019s <\/span>Spiriva Respimat coupon page<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n2. Look for the lowest price<\/span><\/h3>\nPharmacy prices for Spiriva Respimat can vary widely based on the store\u2019s markup. The lowest retail price for Spiriva Respimat is almost $220 lower than the highest pharmacy price. Comparing prices at <\/span>local pharmacies<\/span> could net a discount of over $2,000 per year.<\/span><\/p>\n3. Consider health insurance<\/span><\/h3>\nIn the end, the cheapest alternative may be to get a health insurance policy, especially when all the costs of COPD or asthma treatment are added up. Start with your state\u2019s health insurance marketplace. If an affordable plan is found, check the formulary to ensure that Spiriva Respimat and other needed drugs are covered at a reasonable out-of-pocket cost.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n4. Enroll in Medicaid or CHIP<\/span><\/h3>\nPrivate health insurance may not be affordable. In that case, you may qualify for Medicaid, or your family may qualify for CHIP. Out-of-pocket costs will be minimal, not just for prescription drugs, but for office visits, tests, and emergency room treatment. Check your state\u2019s Medicaid site for eligibility criteria, enrollment forms, and additional information.<\/span><\/p>\n5. Ask the prescriber about other treatment options<\/span><\/h3>\nAs a last resort, consider switching to another type of asthma or COPD maintenance inhaler. The cheapest alternative to an anticholinergic bronchodilator like Spiriva is an inhaled corticosteroid. It will work differently and, for some people, may not work as well. Side effects will also be different. Ask the prescriber for medical advice about the pros and cons of switching to less costly treatments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
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