Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Suboxone (Buprenorphine/Naloxone) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Buprenorphine/Naloxone 8/2mg Sublingual Tablet (generic) | $100 – $250 | $10 – $30 |
| Suboxone 8/2mg Film (brand) | $400 – $600 | $30 – $60 |
| Buprenorphine/Naloxone 2/0.5mg Tablet (generic) | $80 – $150 | $10 – $25 |
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 2–3 — covered for opioid use disorder; generic sublingual tablets widely available
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
Generic buprenorphine/naloxone tablets cost $100 to $250 per month. Brand-name Suboxone film costs $400 to $600 without insurance.
Naloxone is added to deter misuse by injection. When taken sublingually as directed, naloxone has minimal effect. If injected, naloxone triggers withdrawal symptoms in opioid-dependent individuals.
Treatment duration varies. Many patients benefit from long-term maintenance (months to years). Tapering should be gradual and medically supervised — abrupt discontinuation increases relapse risk.