How much is Zepbound with or without insurance?

Q: How much is Zepbound with or without insurance?

Zepbound may cost $25 if you have insurance, or without insurance, Zepbound can cost $349 for a 2.5mg vial and $499 for a 5mg vial

Medically reviewed by Melisa Puckey, BPharm. Last updated on March 12, 2025.

Official Answer by Drugs.com

Zepbound may cost $25 for a 1-month or 3-month pen prescription if you have insurance and eligible for the Savings card, but without insurance, Zepbound can cost $349 for a 2.5mg vial and $499 for a 5mg vial through LillyDirect for a 1-month prescription. Without insurance, the cost of Zepbound pens varies depending on the pharmacy and any discounts or patient assistance programs you use.

Zepbound cost with insurance

Zepbound costs $25 for a 1-month or 3-month prescription if you have commercial insurance and a Zepbound savings card. This saving card covers single-dose pens 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg doses and is available in pharmacies and through LillyDirect Pharmacy Solutions.

Zepbound cost without insurance

The cost of Zepbound without insurance is $349 for a 2.5mg vial, $499 for a 5mg vial, for a one-month prescription from LillyDirect self-pay pharmacy.

The Zepbound Self Pay Journey Program allows you to receive automatic savings on 7.5 and 10 mg doses $499 per month if you refill within 45 days of your prior delivery. 1-month supply is defined as 28 days and 4 vials. Additional taxes and fees may apply.

You can usually save money using the Zepbound vials instead of the Zepbound pens. Single-dose vials are administered using a needle and a syringe.

Zepbound pen costs vary from different pharmacies and can be checked on the Zepbound Prices, Coupons, Copay Cards & Patient Assistance page.

See Zepbound Savings Card Program Terms and Conditions for more information.

References

How much should I expect to pay for Zepbound® (tirzepatide)? [accessed on March 11, 2025] https://pricinginfo.lilly.com/zepbound

Zepbound Saving Options Including Terms and Conditions. Accessed March 11, 2025.https://zepbound.lilly.com/coverage-savings

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