Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Clomiphene (Clomid/Serophene) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| 50mg Tablets Generic (5-day cycle) | $15 – $40 | $0 – $15 |
| 50mg Tablets Generic (30-day, off-label male) | $15 – $80 | $0 – $20 |
What Affects the Cost
- Brand-name vs. generic availability
- Insurance formulary tier placement
- Pharmacy choice (retail vs. mail-order vs. Costco)
- Manufacturer savings cards and coupons
- Dosage and quantity prescribed
- Geographic location
Insurance Coverage
Typical coverage: Generic Tier 2; coverage for infertility varies widely by plan
Most insurance plans use a tiered formulary: Tier 1 (generic) $0-$15 copay, Tier 2 (preferred brand) $25-$75, Tier 3 (non-preferred brand) $50-$150, Tier 4 (specialty) $100-$500+. Prior authorization may be required for certain medications. Step therapy may require trying cheaper alternatives first.
How to Save Money
- Always ask for generic when available — saves 50-90%
- Use GoodRx, RxSaver, or similar discount cards
- Costco pharmacy is open to non-members and often has lowest prices
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs offers transparent low pricing
- Manufacturer patient assistance programs provide free medication to qualifying patients
- HSA/FSA funds can cover medication costs tax-free
Related Procedures & Costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Clomiphene treats infertility in women by stimulating ovulation. It is also used off-label in men with low testosterone to stimulate natural testosterone production.
Generic clomiphene costs $15 to $40 per fertility cycle (5 days of pills). It is one of the most affordable fertility treatments.
Coverage varies widely. Some states mandate fertility coverage, but many plans exclude infertility treatments. Clomiphene is affordable even without coverage.