US pharmacy pricing

Saxenda Cost Without Insurance — US Pharmacy Price Guide

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Lowest price found · US pharmacies

$130.15/fill

for Liraglutide -Weight Management, across the pharmacies in our data

Lowest

Discount card

$130.15

per fill

Lowest listed pharmacy price

Cost Plus Drugs

$675.00

per unit

Published price, no card needed

US pharmacy prices — 18mg/3ml (6mg/ml)

PharmacyDiscount-card priceRegular cash priceAverage retail
CVS Pharmacy$130.15Lowest$133.15$231.95
Publix$162.21$165.21$231.95
Walgreens$197.77$200.77$231.95
Food Lion$200.43$200.43$231.95
Kroger Pharmacy$231.58$234.58$231.95
Harris Teeter Pharmacy$231.58$234.58$231.95
Walmart Neighborhood Market$250.06$253.06$231.95
Walmart Pharmacy$250.06$253.06$231.95
Costco$256.06$256.06$231.95

"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 Liraglutide -Weight Management.

Other brand names
Saxenda
Generic clinical forms
Weight Management 3 ML liraglutide 6 MG/ML Pen Injector

Frequently asked questions

What's the cash price for Liraglutide -Weight Management (Saxenda) in the US?

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $130.15 for Liraglutide -Weight Management with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

Is Liraglutide -Weight Management (Saxenda) available through Cost Plus Drugs?

Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Liraglutide -Weight Management at roughly $675.00 per unit, a published price with no membership card or coupon involved. See the three-price comparison above for how that stacks up against discount-card pharmacies.

Does Liraglutide -Weight Management have a generic equivalent?

Generic and brand-name pricing for Liraglutide -Weight Management 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.

How is the cost of Saxenda determined when using health insurance?

The price you pay for Saxenda with insurance coverage is not fixed. It varies based on your specific insurance plan's formulary, the drug's assigned tier, and your pharmacy. Saxenda is often placed on a higher formulary tier for weight management, which can result in a substantial copay or coinsurance amount. Before filling your prescription, it is wise to ask your pharmacist to provide your out-of-pocket cost with insurance. You can then compare this amount to the cash price available with a pharmacy savings card, as the latter may sometimes be lower than your insurance copay.

Is Saxenda typically covered under Medicare plans?

Most traditional Medicare plans (Parts A and B) do not cover prescription medications for weight loss. While some Medicare Part D prescription drug plans may offer coverage, it is uncommon and often subject to strict criteria and high out-of-pocket costs. If your Medicare plan does not cover Saxenda or the cost is prohibitive, exploring other avenues like manufacturer patient assistance programs or pharmacy discount cards may help reduce your expense.

Can Medicaid be used to pay for Saxenda?

Medicaid coverage for weight-loss medications like Saxenda is determined on a state-by-state basis. Some state Medicaid programs may cover it if a patient meets specific clinical criteria, such as having a documented weight-related health condition. Coverage details, including any patient copays, vary widely. For definitive information regarding your eligibility and potential costs, you should contact your state's Medicaid office directly or speak with your pharmacist.