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Is Baqsimi covered by Medicare?

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on May 16, 2025.

Official Answer by Drugs.com

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What is Baqsimi?

Baqsimi (glucagon nasal powder) may be used to treat severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar/glucose levels) in adults and children 1 year and older. Glucagon is a hormone that increases blood glucose levels by stimulating the release of glucose from the liver. It also slows digestion.

Does Medicare cover Baqsimi?

Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people aged 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant, sometimes called ESRD). Different parts of Medicare help cover specific services with Medicare Part D covering prescription drug coverage.

The Lilly Diabetes Solution Center (1-833-808-1234) can offer advice on the most affordable option for each individual.

People with commercial drug insurance coverage that covers Baqsimi may be eligible for the Baqsimi Got Your BAQ™ savings card. They may pay as little as $25 for up to 2 BAQSIMI devices (1 two-pack or 2 one-packs) with a maximum of 12 fills per year. This offer is capped and expires at the end of each calendar year (maximum of 12 fills per year). The patient is responsible for any taxes, fees, or amounts exceeding monthly or annual caps.

According to the Drugs.com price guide which bases its price on the Drugs.com discount card which is accepted at most U.S. pharmacies, the cost for a single-dose Baqsimi nasal powder 3mg is approximately $305 depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.

Baqsimi is a dry nasal spray that is given for low blood sugar emergencies to people who cannot eat, have passed out, or are having a seizure due to low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Hypoglycemia needs to be treated as quickly as possible because having low blood sugar levels for too long can cause seizures, coma, or death.

Each Baqsimi device contains 1 dose of glucagon nasal powder and cannot be reused. There is currently no generic version of Baqsimi.

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What are the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia?

Low blood sugar happens in people when the level of sugar in their blood gets too low. Signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) include:

  • feeling hungry
  • feeling nervous or worried
  • trembling or shaky feeling
  • sweating
  • dizziness or light-headedness
  • sleepiness
  • confusion
  • passing out (if low blood sugar is left untreated)
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How does Baqsimi work?

Baqsimi works by activating glucagon receptors in the liver, which stimulates the breakdown of glycogen and the release of glucose from the liver into the bloodstream.

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