The Cost of Seizure Medication Without Insurance

The cost of seizure medications can vary in price depending upon which pharmacy you use. Below is a list of pharmacies and the starting cost of various seizure medications, when you use an RxSaver coupon.

You must have a prescription from a health care provider to purchase seizure medication. Medication for [epilepsy][7] is not available over-the-counter in the United States. If you do not have insurance, be sure to use a seizure medication coupon from [RxSaver][8] to save money.

Ask About Generic Options

Generic medications are [just as effective][9] as their brand counterparts and are much less expensive. For example, gabapentin is the generic for [Neurontin][10], but the price difference between the two medications is significant if you do not have insurance.

Ask your health care provider to see if you can switch to a generic option if you are prescribed a brand version of seizure medication.

Check Pharmacy Prices

Prescription medication prices vary by pharmacy. To find the pharmacy near you, offering the best price on seizure medication, check RxSaver. RxSaver’s website and free mobile app will show you the price for seizure medication at multiple pharmacies near you.

By [switching pharmacies][11], or simply having your health care provider send your prescription to the pharmacy with the best price, you may save up to 80% with an RxSaver coupon.

Use RxSaver for Savings on Seizure Medication

[RxSaver][12] is a free prescription savings program that offers coupons for seizure medications and more than 6,000 other prescription medications. Simply go to the RxSaver website, or download the [free mobile app][13] to begin saving on prescription medications and [over-the-counter medications][14].

[1]: https://www.rxsaver.com/drugs/gabapentin/coupons

[2]: https://www.rxsaver.com/drugs/gabapentin/coupons

[3]: https://www.rxsaver.com/drugs/topiramate/coupons

[4]: https://www.rxsaver.com/drugs/lamotrigine/coupons

[5]: https://www.rxsaver.com/drugs/levetiracetam/coupons

[6]: https://www.rxsaver.com/drugs/oxcarbazepine/coupons

[7]: https://www.rxsaver.com/conditions/epilepsy

[8]: https://www.rxsaver.com/

[9]: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/generic-drugs/generic-drug-facts#:~:text=A%20generic%20drug%20is%20a,%2C%20quality%2C%20and%20performance%20characteristics.&text=A%20generic%20medicine%20works%20in,as%20its%20brand%2Dname%20version.

[10]: https://www.rxsaver.com/drugs/neurontin/coupons

[11]: https://www.rxsaver.com/blog/how-to-change-pharmacy

[12]: https://www.rxsaver.com/

[13]: https://www.rxsaver.com/pharmacy-apps/

[14]: https://www.rxsaver.com/blog/how-to-use-rxsaver-card-on-over-the-counter-medications

Seizures occur when there is a disturbance in the normal electrical activity of your brain. Neurotransmitters in your brain, such as glutamate, act to excite the electrical activity of the neurons in the brain. The neurotransmitter gamma-amino-butyric acid (GABA) is responsible for inhibiting electrical activity in your brain.

Some seizure medications, such as Lamictal (lamotrigine) and Topamax (topiramate), work by decreasing the release of glutamate in your brain, which decreases excitation. Other seizure medicines, such as Neurontin (gabapentin) and Klonopin (clonazepam), work by enhancing GABA and lowering electrical activity in your brain.

Klonopin is labeled as a Schedule IV controlled substance under federal regulations. In some states, Gabapentin has been labeled a controlled substance. Visit here for more information on controlled substances and scheduling. It's important to consult with your health care provider when starting or changing your prescription medication, and discussing your health history with prescriptions.

Always Talk to Your Health Care Provider

If you suffer from seizures, be sure to ask your health care provider about other ways to manage your epilepsy. The CDC provides a helpful checklist of epilepsy self-management tips, which includes taking your seizure medication as prescribed and checking with your health care provider before taking a new medication, or supplements.

gabapentin: 300 mg / 30 capsules

topiramate: 25 mg / 30 tablets

lamotrigine: 100 mg / 30 tablets

levetiracetam: 500 mg / 30 tablets

oxcarbazepine: 300 mg / 30 tablets

*Lowest online price at national pharmacy chains Costco, CVS, RiteAid, Walgreens and Walmart as of 4/21/2021. Prices vary by location and pharmacy, see RxSaver.com for actual pricing in your area.