Jardiance costs $550-$830/month without insurance. Learn how to save with coupons, discount cards, manufacturer programs, and patient assistance in 2026.
Let's not sugarcoat it: Jardiance (Empagliflozin) is one of the most expensive medications many patients take. A 30-day supply can cost $550 to $830 at retail pharmacies without insurance. That's $6,600 to nearly $10,000 a year for a medication you may need to take for the rest of your life.
But here's what your pharmacy might not tell you: there are multiple ways to dramatically reduce what you pay for Jardiance in 2026. From manufacturer savings cards to patient assistance programs to discount platforms, this guide covers every option available.
Here's the pricing breakdown as of early 2026:
Prices vary significantly between pharmacies. A Costco or warehouse club pharmacy may charge hundreds less than a Walgreens or CVS for the exact same medication. Always compare before you fill.
Boehringer Ingelheim offers the Jardiance One Card Savings Program for eligible patients with commercial (private) insurance. With this card:
Who qualifies: Patients with commercial (employer-sponsored or marketplace) insurance. Not valid for patients on Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, or other government-funded insurance.
This is the single best savings option for commercially insured patients. If you have private insurance and aren't using the savings card, you're likely overpaying.
If you don't have insurance — or your insurance doesn't cover Jardiance well — prescription discount cards can cut your costs substantially:
Important: Discount card prices do not count toward your insurance deductible. If you're close to meeting your deductible, it may be better to pay the insurance price temporarily so that future prescriptions cost less.
If you're uninsured or underinsured and meet income requirements, you may qualify for free Jardiance through patient assistance programs:
The manufacturer's Patient Assistance Program (PAP) provides free Jardiance to qualifying patients. Key details:
This is one of the simplest and most overlooked savings strategies. For the exact same medication and quantity, prices can vary by $200 or more between pharmacies in the same city. Costco, Sam's Club, and independent pharmacies often have lower cash prices than chain drugstores. You do not need a Costco membership to use their pharmacy.
Many pharmacies and insurance plans offer lower per-pill pricing for 90-day supplies compared to monthly fills. If you're on stable Jardiance therapy, this can save you hundreds per year. Mail-order pharmacies are especially good for this.
Jardiance is typically on Tier 3 (preferred brand) for most commercial plans, but tier placement varies. If your plan has Jardiance on a higher tier, ask your doctor to submit a formulary exception request or letter of medical necessity. This can sometimes get the drug moved to a lower copay tier.
Several states offer pharmaceutical assistance programs (SPAPs) that help residents afford expensive medications. These are separate from Medicaid and may be available even if you don't qualify for other government programs. Check your state's health department website.
Generic Empagliflozin has been FDA-approved but isn't yet available in U.S. pharmacies due to patent protections. Industry analysts expect generic versions to launch in late 2026 or early 2027. When they do, prices could drop by 50-80%, potentially bringing the monthly cost to $100-$200 or less.
If you're on Medicare, the manufacturer savings card won't work for you. But you still have options:
The bottom line: almost no one should be paying the full cash price for Jardiance. Whatever your insurance situation, there's a program or tool that can help reduce your costs.
For more on finding Jardiance at a pharmacy near you, see our guide on how to find Jardiance in stock. And for general information about the medication, check out what is Jardiance.
Jardiance is an expensive medication, but the price on the shelf doesn't have to be the price you pay. The manufacturer savings card, discount platforms like GoodRx and SingleCare, patient assistance programs, and smart pharmacy shopping can reduce your costs from hundreds of dollars per month to as little as $10 — or even $0. Don't let cost keep you from a medication that protects your heart, kidneys, and metabolic health. Explore your options, talk to your pharmacist, and visit Medfinder to compare prices and find stock near you.
You focus on staying healthy. We'll handle the rest.
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