Key takeaways:
Jardiance (empagliflozin) is a brand-name-only medication. The average cost of 30 tablets of Jardiance 10 mg without insurance is $560.62. The average cost of 30 tablets of Jardiance 25 mg without insurance is $543.68.
Most insurance plans cover Jardiance. But some insurance providers may require prior authorization (preapproval for coverage) or step therapy (trying other medications first).
If you have commercial insurance, you could pay as little as $0 for up to a 90-day supply of Jardiance with a manufacturer copay savings card. A patient assistance program is also available for those who are uninsured or underinsured.
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Jardiance (empagliflozin) is an oral medication that’s FDA approved to manage Type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. It’s also approved to lower the risk of death from heart-related problems in adults with Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
The typical starting dosage of Jardiance is 10 mg once daily in the morning. But if you need more help lowering your blood glucose (sugar) levels, your prescriber may increase your dosage to 25 mg once daily.
Because Jardiance works well for several conditions, it’s a popular treatment option. But without insurance, a 30-day supply could cost more than $400. Below are details on how much Jardiance is without insurance, plus ways you could save on your prescription.
How much does Jardiance cost without insurance?
The list price for a 30-day supply of Jardiance is $350 as of January 2026. Pharmacies may charge more than this with markups. As a result, retail prices may vary between pharmacies. Still, most people don’t pay the full retail price.
Here are average retail prices for some different doses and quantities of brand-name Jardiance. There isn’t a generic version of the medication available yet.
What factors affect the cost of Jardiance?
Without insurance, what you pay for Jardiance will depend on several factors, including your:
Location: The cost of Jardiance may be affected by where you live, since prescription medication prices vary across the country. For example, people living in New Orleans tend to pay more for their prescriptions than people living in Tampa.
Pharmacy: Different pharmacies, even ones located in the same area, may charge different prices for Jardiance. Consider comparing prices with the help of GoodRx before filling your prescription.
Dose: Jardiance comes in 10 mg and 25 mg tablets. The price can vary between doses.
Fill quantity: The amount of medication you fill at once also affects how much you pay. But while filling a 90-day supply may cost more up front than filling a 30-day supply, it may lower your costs in the long run.
Does insurance cover Jardiance?
Nearly all insurance plans cover Jardiance. But it’s still a good idea to review your plan’s summary of benefits and coverage and formulary (list of covered medications) to make sure Jardiance is covered. If it’s not, contact your plan provider and ask about your coverage options. You can also discuss alternatives with your prescriber or pharmacist.
Before covering Jardiance, some health insurance plans require enrollees to get prior authorization. (If you need to fulfill this requirement, your prescriber will have to submit information about why you need the medication to your insurer.) Also, some plans require enrollees to do step therapy, or try other medications first. These coverage restrictions are most common with Medicaid plans, Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans, and commercial plans not purchased through an ACA marketplace.
How different insurance plans cover Jardiance
The following chart shows the likelihood of having coverage for both doses of Jardiance with different types of insurance plans. Also shown is the likelihood of needing to obtain prior authorization or complete step therapy.
Insurance type | Enrollees covered for Jardiance, 10 mg and 25 mg | Enrollees required to get prior authorization | Enrollees required to do step therapy |
|---|---|---|---|
99.9% | 5.8% | 27.7% | |
Commercial (excluding ACA) plans | 99.7% | 3.4% | 38.9% |
Medicare (Medicare Advantage and Part D plans) | 99.9% | 0% | 0.1% |
Medicaid, including state-run and managed care plans | 99.9% | 25.5% | 22.9% |
Source: Managed Markets Insight & Technology, LLC™, as of August 8, 2025. (See methodology below.)
Tips if your medication isn’t covered by insurance
If your insurance doesn’t cover Jardiance, you still have options:
See if you qualify for Jardiance’s patient assistance program.
Ask your prescriber about switching to a less costly option that meets your needs. This could mean switching to another brand-name medication that costs less or a medication that has a generic option available.
Request a formulary exception from your insurance company. If your request is denied, you have the right to file an appeal with your plan.
When it’s time for open enrollment, compare health insurance plans to find one that provides coverage for your medications.
Ways to save on Jardiance
Whether or not you have insurance, there are ways to potentially reduce the cost of Jardiance. Here are five options.
1. See if you qualify for a copay savings card
If you have commercial insurance, you may be able to benefit from a manufacturer copay savings card. This can help lower your out-of-pocket, insurance-related costs.
With the Jardiance savings card, you could pay as little as $0 for a 30-, 60-, or 90-day supply. This program offers maximum savings of $100 per 30-day supply or $450 per 90-day supply.
To qualify for the Jardiance savings card, you must:
Have commercial insurance that covers Jardiance
Live in the U.S. or a U.S. territory
Have a prescription for Jardiance for an FDA-approved use
Not be enrolled in a government-funded insurance program, such as Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare
Not be enrolled in a state-run patient assistance program or State Pharmaceutical Assistance Program
If you’re uninsured or your commercial plan doesn’t cover Jardiance, you’re not eligible to use the copay savings card. You can sign up for the card online. For more details, call 1-866-279-8990.
2. Check if you’re eligible for a patient assistance program
If you’re uninsured or underinsured, you may be able to access Jardiance for free through the manufacturer’s patient assistance program.
To be eligible for the patient assistance program, you must:
Be uninsured or have Medicare Part D
Live in the U.S. or a U.S. territory
Be prescribed Jardiance by a U.S.-licensed healthcare professional
Meet certain income requirements and be able to provide proof of income
Your prescriber will need to fill out part of the application form, so you should talk to them before starting the process. You can print out the application form and mail it in. Your prescriber also has the option to submit an online application form.
If you have questions about the program or applying, call 1-800-556-8317 for help.
3. Use a GoodRx coupon
Anyone with a valid prescription, regardless of insurance status, can purchase a 30-day supply of Jardiance at an exclusive cash price through GoodRx.
Visit www.goodrx.com, or download the GoodRx app on your mobile device, and use a coupon today. Here’s how:
Go to www.goodrx.com or open the GoodRx app on your mobile device.
Type “Jardiance” in the search bar.
Click “Start saving,” or tap or click return.
Select the correct dose and quantity, along with your location.
Choose to get your coupon by text or email, or print it out.
If possible, show the coupon at the pharmacy before they start filling your prescription to avoid delays in processing.
Keep in mind: GoodRx savings may vary by pharmacy and geographic location. The GoodRx website and app can help you compare prices in your area.
4. Ask about a 3-month supply
Some pharmacies and insurance providers offer a discount when you purchase a 3-month supply instead of three 1-month supplies. This may lower your monthly Jardiance costs over time. Plus, it reduces the number of trips you need to make to the pharmacy.
What’s more, insurance providers may charge a lower copay or coinsurance amount if you use a preferred mail-order pharmacy to fill a 3-month supply. Check with your insurance provider to see if this is an option.
5. Tap into your HSA, FSA, or HRA
Consider using a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), or health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) to pay for Jardiance. These types of accounts have multiple tax benefits when the funds are used for qualified healthcare expenses. This can reduce your out-of-pocket costs through tax savings. But be sure to review your account’s contribution limits, rollover limits, and eligible expenses.
The bottom line
Jardiance (empagliflozin) is an FDA-approved treatment for managing Type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. Without insurance, the average price for 30 tablets of Jardiance 10 mg is $560.62. The average cost of 30 tablets of Jardiance 25 mg without insurance is $543.68.
If you have commercial insurance, you may be able to pay as low as $0 per prescription with a manufacturer copay savings card. If you are uninsured or underinsured, you may be able to get Jardiance for free through a patient assistance program.
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Methodology
We obtained national prescription coverage data for each medication from Managed Markets Insight & Technology (MMIT). The data reflects health insurance coverage as of August 2025.
We calculated the percentage of enrollees in plans that cover each medication by dividing the number of enrollees covered for the medication within a specific insurance channel (e.g., ACA, Medicare, Medicaid) by the total number of enrollees in all plans within that channel.
We determined the percentage of enrollees in plans with a prior authorization requirement by calculating the proportion of enrollees in plans that required prior authorization for the medication within each channel.
Finally, we measured the percentage of enrollees in plans with a step therapy requirement by calculating the proportion of enrollees in plans that imposed step therapy requirements for the medication in each channel.
These estimates, derived from national MMIT coverage data, provide insight into health insurance coverage for each medication. They take into account restrictions such as prior authorization, step therapy, and quantity limits. The percentages are expressed relative to the total number of enrollees covered by various insurance channels, including ACA plans, commercial (excluding ACA) plans, Medicare, and Medicaid (both state-run and managed care plans).
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