Affordability Check
How to afford AKYNZEO
Generic name: Netupitant and Palonosetron
Pick how you're covered. We'll show you the cheapest legitimate way to get AKYNZEO — your insurance copay, manufacturer savings, charity grants, or cash price. It takes 30 seconds and we never ask for your personal information.
Pick an option above to see your specific path.
Different insurance means different laws and different savings. For example, Medicare patients cannot use manufacturer copay cards (federal law) — but the manufacturer almost always has a Patient Assistance Program that gives the drug free.
About AKYNZEO and its cost
What is this medication? Akynzeo is a prescription drug used in adults to prevent the nausea and vomiting that often occurs during and after cancer chemotherapy. It is a fixed-dose combination medication containing netupitant and palonosetron. These two components work together to provide protection against both immediate symptoms and those that develop one to five days after receiving chemotherapy treatments.
The medication functions by inhibiting specific natural substances in the body that are known to trigger the vomiting reflex. Palonosetron is a serotonin receptor antagonist that blocks signals in the early phase, while netupitant is a substance P antagonist that targets the delayed phase. Akynzeo is taken as a single capsule or administered as an injection shortly before chemotherapy begins. It is important to note that this medication is used strictly for prevention and is not meant to treat nausea or vomiting that is already present.
AKYNZEO is made by Helsinn. Like most brand-name drugs, it's priced at a high list price — but patients rarely pay that list price. The options above are the real paths most people use to get it affordably.
Common questions
What's the cheapest way to afford AKYNZEO?
It depends on your insurance. On Medicare, apply for the manufacturer's Patient Assistance Program (PAP) — it gives the drug free if you meet income requirements. With private insurance, the manufacturer copay card usually drops your copay to $0-$25. Uninsured patients should compare the PAP with Cost Plus Drugs cash price.
Can I use a copay card with Medicare for AKYNZEO?
No — federal law (the Anti-Kickback Statute) prohibits manufacturer copay cards on Medicare, Medicaid, TriCare, and VA prescriptions. But Helsinn has a separate Patient Assistance Program for Medicare beneficiaries. Check the options above.
Does my Medicare Part D plan cover AKYNZEO?
Part D coverage varies by plan. We query the CMS Prescription Drug Plan file to show you what percentage of plans cover it and at what tier. For your exact copay, pick "Medicare" above and check your plan's Summary of Benefits, or log in to Medicare.gov.
How long does a Patient Assistance Program take?
Most PAPs take 2-6 weeks from application to first fill. Ask the manufacturer about a "bridge supply" — many will ship 30 days free while your application is being reviewed so you don't go without the drug.
What if I have a high-deductible plan?
For generics, Cost Plus Drugs cash price is often cheaper than your deductible-phase copay. For brand names, the manufacturer copay card almost always wins. A GoodRx coupon can be a last resort for uncovered drugs, but it doesn't count toward your deductible.
Are there charity grants for Nausea?
Charities like HealthWell Foundation, PAN Foundation, Good Days, and the National Organization for Rare Disorders provide copay help for specific conditions. Funds often run out mid-year — apply early. We list the specific grants for your condition in the options above.
More about AKYNZEO
Full AKYNZEO drug page
FDA label, prior authorization rules, full indications list
More options for Nausea
Drugs, grants, and assistance for this condition
Guide to Patient Assistance Programs
How PAPs work, who qualifies, typical wait times
If your insurance denied coverage
5-level appeal playbook — Medicare has a 60% win rate at Level 3