Vascepa Discount Offer Basics
The Vascepa Savings Card, offered by Amarin Pharma for eligible patients with commercial insurance, provides copay assistance up to $18 per prescription fill. Patients pay as little as $0 out-of-pocket, with the program covering the rest up to that cap.[1]
Is There a Limit on Uses?
No annual or total lifetime limit exists on how many times the card can be used. It applies to each qualifying prescription fill without a cap on the number of refills or years of use, as long as eligibility criteria are met.[1][2]
Who Qualifies and What Disqualifies Use?
- Eligible: U.S. residents with private/commercial insurance (not government programs like Medicare, Medicaid, or VA). Household income limits apply in some cases.
- Ineligible: Patients on government insurance, those whose plans prohibit copay assistance, or if the pharmacy rejects the card.
- Card activates instantly online or by phone; valid through 2032, with potential extensions.[1][2]
How Many Fills Per Year Do Patients Typically Get?
Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) is prescribed for cardiovascular risk reduction, often long-term at 4 capsules twice daily. Patients commonly refill monthly (90-day supplies possible), using the card 12+ times yearly without restriction.[3]
What Happens If Insurance Changes?
Reapplying is needed if coverage shifts to government insurance. The program notifies users of expiration or ineligibility via app/email. No prorated refunds for unused portions.[1]
Cost Without the Card
A 30-day supply lists around $300-$400 retail; insurance copays can hit $100+ without assistance. The card eliminates this for qualifiers.[3]
[1] Vascepa Savings Card official site
[2] Drugs.com Vascepa patient assistance
[3] GoodRx Vascepa pricing