Vimpat can cost over $1,000/month. Learn how to save with generic Lacosamide, discount cards, manufacturer coupons, and patient assistance programs in 2026.
If you've ever looked at the cash price of Vimpat (Lacosamide) and felt your stomach drop, you're not alone. Brand-name Vimpat can cost $900 to $1,500 per month without insurance. For a medication you may need to take every day for years — or even a lifetime — that adds up fast.
But here's what many people don't realize: there are real ways to cut that cost dramatically. Between generic options, discount cards, manufacturer programs, and patient assistance, most people can find a way to make their seizure medication affordable. This guide covers every option available in 2026.
Let's start with the numbers. For a 30-day supply at a typical dose of 200 mg twice daily:
The exact price depends on your dose, the pharmacy you use, and whether you're buying brand or generic. Lower doses (like 100 mg twice daily during the titration phase) will cost less. Higher doses (up to 400 mg/day) will cost more.
Even with insurance, copays can be significant — especially if your plan places Lacosamide on a higher formulary tier or requires prior authorization for brand-name Vimpat.
The single biggest money-saving move is switching from brand-name Vimpat to generic Lacosamide. Generic versions have been available since 2022, and they contain the exact same active ingredient in the same doses.
Potential savings: $750 to $1,350 per month
Generic Lacosamide is FDA-approved as therapeutically equivalent to brand Vimpat. Most pharmacies now stock the generic by default. If your current prescription specifies brand-only, ask your doctor to change it to allow generic substitution.
For more information about how Vimpat works, see our complete Vimpat guide.
Even if you have insurance, a discount card can sometimes beat your copay — especially for generic medications. These cards are free and accepted at most pharmacies nationwide.
Pro tip: Prices vary significantly between pharmacies — even with the same discount card. Always compare multiple locations. Independent pharmacies and warehouse clubs (Costco, Sam's Club) often have the lowest prices on generics.
If you need or prefer brand-name Vimpat, UCB Pharma offers a manufacturer savings card that can dramatically reduce your out-of-pocket cost.
Key details:
To enroll, visit the Vimpat website or ask your doctor's office for a savings card. Activation is usually quick, and you can start using it at your next fill.
If you're uninsured, underinsured, or can't afford your medication even with other discounts, the UCB Cares Patient Assistance Program may provide brand-name Vimpat at no cost.
Eligibility typically requires:
How to apply:
Processing typically takes 2-4 weeks. If approved, medication is usually shipped directly to your doctor's office or home.
Many insurance plans offer lower copays for 90-day mail-order prescriptions. Instead of paying your copay 12 times a year, you pay it 4 times — often at a reduced per-fill rate. Ask your insurance company about mail-order options for Lacosamide.
In some cases, your doctor may prescribe a higher-strength tablet that you split in half. For example, a 200 mg tablet split into two 100 mg doses. This only works if:
Important: Never split tablets without your doctor's guidance, and not all formulations are appropriate for splitting.
Your pharmacist can be a valuable ally in finding savings. They can:
No one should have to skip seizure medication because of cost. Whether you save by switching to generic Lacosamide, using a discount card, or applying for the UCB patient assistance program, there are real options to make Vimpat affordable in 2026.
Start with the lowest-effort, highest-impact step: ask your doctor about generic Lacosamide. That alone can save you $750 or more per month. Then layer on discount cards or manufacturer programs as needed.
If you're also having trouble finding Vimpat at your pharmacy, check out our guides on finding Vimpat in stock and why Vimpat can be hard to find. And use Medfinder to search for availability at pharmacies near you.
You focus on staying healthy. We'll handle the rest.
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