Xiidra And Cost: Reducing Long-term Drug Costs And More

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Xiidra retail price$The retail price of Xiidra is $.

As with all medications, the cost of Xiidra eye drops can vary. Factors that may affect the price you’ll pay include:

your treatment plan
your insurance coverage
the pharmacy you use
whether Xiidra has a savings program (see the “Financial and insurance assistance” section)

To find out what the cost of Xiidra will be for you, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. The Xiidra coupons and savings section of this article also has information about how much you can save by using an Optum Perks coupon.

Xiidra coupons and savings

To save money on your Xiidra prescription, explore these Optum Perks coupons.

Common questions about price and Xiidra

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about drug cost and Xiidra.

How much is Xiidra with Medicare?

The cost of Xiidra with Medicare can vary depending on the following factors:

your specific Medicare plan
whether you have supplemental insurance
the pharmacy you use

Typically, Medicare Part D prescription drug plans cover Xiidra, but the cost out-of-pocket may be different.

To determine the cost of Xiidra with your specific Medicare plan, contact your Medicare Part D provider or pharmacy. They can give information on copays, coinsurance, deductibles, and more.

How much does Xiidra cost per month?

The cost of Xiidra per month can vary from person to person. It can depend on several factors, including your insurance coverage and the pharmacy you use.

To find out more about what you can expect Xiidra to cost per month, talk with your pharmacist or insurance provider. They can provide more information about the costs you may pay for Xiidra.

What are the costs of Xiidra with insurance vs. without insurance?

How much Xiidra costs with insurance vs. without insurance will depend on a few factors, including your insurance plan and the pharmacy you use. These costs can vary from person to person. However, in general, costs for medications such as Xiidra are typically lower with insurance compared with costs without insurance.

If you’d like to learn more about your costs for Xiidra treatment, talk with your pharmacist or insurance company.

Brand-name vs. generic drugs

Xiidra is only available as a brand-name drug. It doesn’t come in a generic version. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. Generics tend to cost less than brand-name drugs.

Why is are brand-name drugs more expensive than generic drugs?
Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the research needed to test their safety and effectiveness. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell it for up to 20 years. When the brand-name drug’s patent expires, multiple manufacturers can create generic versions. This marketplace competition may lead to lower costs for generics. Also, because generics contain the same ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t require the same costly testing.

Ways to reduce long-term drug costs

If you take Xiidra long term, you may be able to lower its cost in the following ways.

Getting a 3-month supply

You may be able to get a 90-day supply of Xiidra. If approved by your insurance company, getting a 90-day supply of the drug could reduce your number of trips to the pharmacy and help lower the cost. If you’re interested in this option, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

Using a mail-order pharmacy

Xiidra may be available through a mail-order pharmacy. Using this type of service may help lower the drug’s cost and allow you to receive your medication without leaving home. Some Medicare plans may help cover the cost of mail-order medications. You may also be able to get a 90-day supply of the drug via mail order.

If you don’t have health insurance, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They may be able to suggest online pharmacy options that could work for you.

Financial and insurance assistance

If you need financial support to pay for Xiidra, or if you need help understanding your insurance coverage, help is available. For example:

A program called the Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation is available for Xiidra. For more information and to find out if you’re eligible for support, call 800-277-2254 or visit the program website.
Xiidra’s manufacturer also has a savings program called My Saviings Program, which may help you save money on your prescription. To learn more, call 877-494-4372 or visit the program website.
Some websites provide details about drug assistance programs, ways to make the most of your insurance coverage, and links to savings cards and other services. Two such websites are:
- Medicine Assistance Tool
- NeedyMeds

»Learn more about saving money on prescriptions.

Insurance considerations

You may want to consider the following information if you have insurance and take Xiidra.

If you have insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers Xiidra. This means the company and your doctor will discuss Xiidra in regard to your treatment. The insurance company will then determine whether the medication is covered.

If a drug requires prior authorization but you start treatment without the prior approval, you could pay the full cost of the medication. You can ask your insurance company whether Xiidra requires prior authorization.

Disclaimer: Medical News Today has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.

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Food and Drug Administration. (2025). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations.https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm
Xiidra (lifitegrast ophthalmic solution), for topical ophthalmic use. 2023).https://pi.bausch.com/globalassets/pdf/packageinserts/pharma/xiidra-prescribing-information.pdf

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Medically reviewed by Philip Ngo, PharmD — Written by Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBA — Updated on May 2, 2025

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Xiidra eye drops cost

Xiidra coupons and savings

Common questions about price and Xiidra

How much is Xiidra with Medicare?

How much does Xiidra cost per month?

What are the costs of Xiidra with insurance vs. without insurance?

Brand-name vs. generic drugs

Ways to reduce long-term drug costs

Getting a 3-month supply

Using a mail-order pharmacy

Financial and insurance assistance

Insurance considerations

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