US pharmacy pricing
Aristada Initio Prices at US Pharmacies
Lowest price found · US pharmacies
$2,490.86/fill
for Aristada Initio, across the pharmacies in our data
US pharmacy prices — 2.4ml of 675mg/2.4ml
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 Kroger Pharmacy | $2,490.86Lowest | $2,493.86 | $2,927.25 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $2,490.86Lowest | $2,493.86 | $2,927.25 |
 CVS Pharmacy | $2,601.28 | $2,604.28 | $2,927.25 |
 Walgreens | $2,616.51 | $2,619.51 | $2,927.25 |
 Publix | $2,633.25 | $2,636.25 | $2,927.25 |
 Costco | $2,692.20 | $2,695.20 | $2,927.25 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Interchangeable forms
Per RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine), these share the same active ingredient and strength as Aristada Initio.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Aristada Initio (Aristada Initio) cost without insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $2,490.86 for Aristada Initio with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Does Aristada Initio have a generic equivalent?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Aristada Initio is broken out in the tables above where both exist in our data. Generic versions are typically the lower-cost option, but availability depends on the specific formulation and dosage.
Are there any generic versions of Aristada Initio available?
Aristada Initio is a brand-name medication containing the active ingredient aripiprazole lauroxil, which is a long-acting prodrug of aripiprazole (the drug in Abilify). Its unique formulation allows for immediate initiation of long-acting antipsychotic therapy without a preceding oral aripiprazole regimen. Currently, there are no FDA-approved generic or brand-name therapeutic equivalents to Aristada Initio.
What is Aristada Initio and how is it used?
Aristada Initio is an injectable prescription drug used to manage symptoms of schizophrenia, including positive symptoms like hallucinations and delusions, as well as negative symptoms such as social withdrawal and lack of motivation. Its active ingredient, aripiprazole lauroxil, is a long-acting form of the antipsychotic aripiprazole. Unlike the monthly Aristada injections, which require prior treatment with oral aripiprazole, Aristada Initio enables immediate start of the long-acting regimen. It is administered as a single intramuscular injection along with one oral dose of aripiprazole, allowing the first monthly Aristada dose to be given on the same day or within ten days. It is also used to re-initiate therapy if a monthly Aristada dose is missed. This injection must be given by a healthcare professional in a clinical setting and is not available at retail pharmacies.
What potential side effects are associated with Aristada Initio?
Since Aristada Initio treatment involves an injection of aripiprazole lauroxil along with a concurrent oral dose of aripiprazole, side effects can arise from either component. Common reactions include pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site, restlessness (akathisia), involuntary muscle movements, headache, weight gain, and insomnia. Patients may also experience anxiety or suicidal thoughts. While rare, serious adverse effects can occur, such as severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), tardive dyskinesia (involuntary, repetitive movements), low blood pressure, seizures, stroke, and neuroleptic malignant syndrome—a rare but life-threatening reaction to antipsychotics. This is not an exhaustive list. Discuss any concerns about side effects with your prescribing physician.