Official Vascepa Copay Programs
Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) copay assistance is available through the Vascepa Savings Card from Amarin Pharma, the manufacturer. Eligible commercially insured patients pay as little as $9 per 90-day supply (up to 12 fills or 1 year). Apply online at the official Vascepa Savings site: vascepasavings.com. Download the application form there or request it via phone at 1-877-304-3185.[1]
How to Apply Step-by-Step
- Visit vascepasavings.com and click 'Get Savings Card'.
- Enter your info (doctor details, pharmacy, insurance).
- Print or text the digital card to your phone—no formal paper application needed for most users.
- Show it at the pharmacy. Your doctor can also enroll you during a visit.[1]
Eligibility Rules
- Commercial insurance only (not government plans like Medicare/Medicaid).
- Max savings of $170 per 30-day fill or $510 per 90-day fill.
- Household income limits may apply for extended help; check site for details.
- Expires after 12 uses or 1 year—renew as needed.[1]
Other Assistance Options
- Patient Assistance Programs: Amarin's Harbor Health Solutions offers free Vascepa for uninsured/low-income patients. Apply at harborhealthsolutions.com/vascepa or call 1-855-700-0073. Requires income proof and prescription.[2]
- Pharmacy Chains: Walgreens, CVS, or Walmart may have instant copay coupons via GoodRx or SingleCare—search 'Vascepa coupon' on goodrx.com for ~$200-300 discounts off cash price.[3]
- Non-Profits: PAN Foundation or HealthWell Foundation cover copays for high-cost heart meds like Vascepa if you qualify (income <500% FPL). Applications at panfoundation.org or healthwellfoundation.org.[4]
Common Patient Questions
What if I'm on Medicare? Savings Card ineligible; try Harbor program or Extra Help from SSA (ssa.gov).
How much does Vascepa cost without assistance? ~$300-400/month cash price.[3]
Patent status affecting generics? Vascepa's key patents expire 2035-2039; no generics yet. Check DrugPatentWatch.com for updates.5
[1]: vascepasavings.com
[2]: harborhealthsolutions.com/vascepa
[3]: goodrx.com/vascepa
[4]: panfoundation.org/patient-assistance-programs