Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Empagliflozin (Jardiance) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Jardiance 10mg (brand) | $500 – $550 | $30 – $100 |
| Jardiance 25mg (brand) | $500 – $600 | $30 – $120 |
| Synjardy 12.5/1000mg (brand combo) | $550 – $650 | $40 – $150 |
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: Tier 3 preferred brand — prior authorization may be required; cardiovascular and kidney benefits
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jardiance costs $500 to $600 per month without insurance. With insurance, copays range from $30 to $150. The manufacturer offers a savings card that may reduce costs to as low as $10 per month.
Jardiance is still under patent protection with no generic available. Its high price reflects its significant clinical benefits for cardiovascular risk reduction and kidney protection in addition to blood sugar control.
Yes, Jardiance causes modest weight loss of 2-3 kg on average by causing the kidneys to excrete excess glucose through urine, eliminating about 300 calories per day.