Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Rinvoq (Upadacitinib) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Rinvoq 15mg Tablets | $5,000 – $5,800 | $250 – $1,300 |
| Rinvoq 30mg Tablets | $5,000 – $5,800 | $250 – $1,300 |
| Rinvoq 45mg Tablets | $5,000 – $5,800 | $250 – $1,300 |
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: Specialty tier — oral JAK inhibitor; prior authorization required
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
Rinvoq costs $5,000 to $5,800 per month without insurance. AbbVie offers a savings program that may lower costs significantly.
Rinvoq treats rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, atopic dermatitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Rinvoq is an oral JAK inhibitor while Humira is an injectable biologic. Studies show Rinvoq may be more effective for some conditions, but it carries different safety risks.