Praluent

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CVS PHARMACY Retail

$590.08

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$375.55 With Free Coupon
WALMART PHARMACY Retail

$590.08

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SAFEWAY PHARMACY
$394.65 With Free Coupon
WALGREENS Retail

$590.08

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$399.03 With Free Coupon
COSTCO Retail

$581.99

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WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS INC
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HARRIS TEETER PHARMACY
$429.88 With Free Coupon
Praluent

Drug Info for praluent

Alirocumab injection is used along with diet, alone or in combination with other cholesterol-lowering medications (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors [statins] or ezetimibe [Zetia, in Liptruzet, in Vytorin]), in adults who have familial heterozygous hypercholesterolemia (an inherited condition in which cholesterol cannot be removed from the body normally) to decrease the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol ('bad cholesterol') in the blood. It is also used in adults with cardiovascular disease to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, or serious or life-threatening chest pain. Alirocumab injection is also used with other medications to treat homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH; an inherited condition in which cholesterol cannot be removed from the body normally) in adults to decrease LDL cholesterol. Alirocumab injection is in a class of medications called proprotein convertase subtilisin kexin type 9 (PCSK9) inhibitor monoclonal antibodies. It works by blocking the production of LDL cholesterol in the body therefore decreasing the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries. Accumulation of cholesterol along the walls of your arteries (a process known as atherosclerosis) decreases blood flow and, therefore, the oxygen supply to your heart, brain, and other parts of your body.

  • Praluent
  • Injectable
  • By injection

Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin. This medicine is usually given once every 2 weeks or once every 4 weeks.

Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

Injection routeIf you store this medicine at home, keep it in the refrigerator. Do not freeze.

Injection routeYou will be shown the body areas where this shot can be given. Use a different body area each time you give yourself a shot. Keep track of where you give each shot to make sure you rotate body areas. It is usually given in the stomach, thighs, or upper arms.

Injection routeYou may be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.

Injection routeIf you store this medicine at home, keep it in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. You may also store this medicine in its original carton at room temperature for up to 30 days. Do not expose this medicine to extreme heat. After removing this medicine from the refrigerator, use it within 30 days. Throw any unused medicine after 30 days.

Missed dose: Every 2-week dose: Use this medicine within 7 days from the missed dose. Then, go back to your original schedule. If the missed dose is not given within 7 days, wait until your next scheduled dose to re-start this medicine. If you are not sure when to re-start this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Every 4-week dose: Use this medicine within 7 days from the missed dose. Then, go back to your original schedule. If the missed dose is not given within 7 days, use it right away and re-start this medicine based on this date. If you are not sure when to re-start this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Injection routeThrow away used needles in a hard, closed container that the needles cannot poke through. Keep this container away from children and pets.

Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Do not inject any other medicines together with this medicine at the same injection site.

Do not inject the medicine on skin areas that are bruised, red, hard, or tender.

Use each pen or syringe only once. Do not save leftover medicine.

Allow the pen or syringe to warm to room temperature for at least 30 to 40 minutes before you use it. Do not heat or shake the medicine.

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to alirocumab.

Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
  • Severe rash
  • Cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, body aches
  • Redness, pain, swelling, or itching where the shot was given
Frequently Asked Questions

Praluent is an antihyperlipidemic drug and it is used to lower high levels of LDL cholesterol. It works by helping the liver to reduce levels of “bad” cholesterol that is circulating in the blood. Praluent is typically prescribed for use in adults.

While there are other drugs on the market available to treat condition, there is not a drug similar to Praluent currently available in the U.S. Consult with your doctor for more information on Praluent and alternative drugs available to determine the best treatment for you.

The average Praluent price without insurance is about $1,346 for one, 1 mL Praluent pen at any dose. Prices vary depending on quantity and pharmacy location.

There is not a generic version of Praluent available. However, you can significantly lower your Praluent cost by using our free Praluent coupon.

Praluent is available as an injectable pen (that contains subcutaneous solution) in the following strengths: 75 mg/mL and 150 mg/mL. Follow your doctor's directions for using this medication.

With the Praluent Copay Card, eligible patients may pay as little as $0 for the first six prescriptions and as little as $10 per month thereafter, for maximum annual savings of $5,500. Qualified patients may also be able to gain access to Praluent for free or at a savings via MyPraluent and the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN). Contact these programs for more information. However, our customers typically find that they save more using our coupon instead of manufacturer coupons.