Winlevi costs up to $846 without insurance. Learn how to save with coupons, discount cards, patient assistance programs, and other strategies in 2026.
Winlevi (Clascoterone) cream is a breakthrough acne treatment, but its price tag can be a real barrier. Without insurance, a single 60-gram tube costs around $846. Even with insurance, copays can be steep depending on your plan's formulary tier.
The good news? There are several ways to bring that cost down significantly. Here's a complete breakdown of every savings option available for Winlevi in 2026.
Let's start with the baseline numbers:
Because there is no generic version of Clascoterone available as of 2026, there's no lower-cost generic option to fall back on. Every tube dispensed is the brand-name Winlevi product from Sun Pharmaceutical Industries.
Prescription discount cards are one of the easiest ways to reduce your Winlevi cost. These are free to use and don't require insurance:
SingleCare currently offers Winlevi for approximately $559 per 60-gram tube — a savings of about $287 off the retail price. You can use SingleCare at most major pharmacies including CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, and Kroger.
GoodRx may offer comparable discounts on Winlevi. Prices vary by pharmacy, so it's worth comparing across multiple locations. GoodRx Gold members may see additional savings.
Additional discount card programs to check include:
Prices can vary by $50-$100+ between programs and pharmacies, so comparing is worthwhile. Always check multiple cards and multiple pharmacy locations for the best price.
If you're uninsured, underinsured, or facing financial hardship, patient assistance programs (PAPs) may help you get Winlevi for free or at a significantly reduced cost:
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries may offer copay assistance or patient assistance programs for Winlevi. Check winlevi.com for the most current offerings, or call Sun Pharmaceutical at 1-800-818-4555.
Eligibility for these programs typically depends on income level, insurance status, and residency. Many require an application signed by your prescribing physician.
If you have health insurance, these strategies can help reduce your out-of-pocket cost for Winlevi:
Winlevi may or may not be on your insurance plan's formulary. If it is, check which tier it's on — preferred brand tiers have lower copays than non-preferred brand or specialty tiers.
Many insurers require prior authorization for Winlevi. Work with your dermatologist to submit the PA paperwork proactively. Documentation of previous treatments tried and failed (step therapy) strengthens the approval case.
If your insurance denies coverage, you have the right to appeal. Your dermatologist can submit a letter of medical necessity explaining why Winlevi is specifically needed for your acne type and why alternatives are insufficient.
Even with insurance, manufacturer copay cards can reduce your copay to as little as $0-$25 per fill (when available). These cards cover the difference between your copay and the discounted price. Check winlevi.com for current copay card programs. Note: copay cards typically cannot be used with government insurance (Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare).
Winlevi prices can vary significantly between pharmacies, even in the same city. Use tools like GoodRx or SingleCare to compare prices at pharmacies near you. Independent pharmacies sometimes offer competitive pricing on brand-name medications.
If you're just starting Winlevi, ask your dermatologist if they have samples. This lets you try the medication before committing to a full-price tube and can bridge the gap while you navigate insurance or assistance programs.
Talk to your dermatologist about whether you can optimize your usage pattern. Some patients may be able to reduce to once-daily application after initial improvement, which effectively cuts the monthly cost in half. Only make this change with your doctor's guidance.
If Winlevi remains unaffordable after exploring all savings options, effective alternatives exist at much lower price points:
See our full guide on alternatives to Winlevi for detailed comparisons.
Winlevi's price is high, but between discount cards, patient assistance programs, insurance strategies, and manufacturer copay cards, most patients can find a way to make it more affordable. Start by comparing prices with discount cards like SingleCare (currently around $559), check the manufacturer's website for copay assistance, and explore patient assistance programs if you're uninsured or underinsured.
If you're also struggling to find Winlevi in stock, check out our guide on how to find Winlevi in stock near you, or use Medfinder to locate a pharmacy with availability.
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