Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Yaz (Drospirenone/Ethinyl Estradiol) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Generic Drospirenone/EE (28-day) | $30 – $80 | $0 – $15 |
| Brand Yaz (28-day) | $100 – $200 | $0 – $40 |
| Beyaz (with folate, 28-day) | $100 – $200 | $0 – $40 |
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 1-2; brand Tier 3; covered at $0 under ACA
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
Yaz is a birth control pill also FDA-approved for PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) and moderate acne in women 14 and older.
Generic Yaz (drospirenone/EE) costs $30 to $80/month. It should be covered at $0 under the ACA with a prescription.
Yaz contains drospirenone, which may slightly increase blood clot risk compared to other progestins. It can also raise potassium levels.