Is there a generic version of Rybelsus?

Rybelsus is a brand name medication. Generic alternatives may be available — ask your pharmacist or search our drug database for equivalent generics, which typically cost 80-85% less.

Brand Name NDC 00169430330

Rybelsus 3 MG TABLET

NADAC pharmacy acquisition cost from CMS

NADAC Per Unit

$33.16

Pharmacy acquisition cost

Est. 30-Day Supply

$995

At NADAC cost (1/day)

Est. 90-Day Supply

$2,984

At NADAC cost (1/day)

Est. Retail Price / Unit

$44.77

~35% pharmacy markup

Est. Retail 30-Day

$1,343

Without insurance

Est. Annual Cost

$16,340

Retail, 1 unit/day

About Rybelsus

Rybelsus is the only oral (tablet) GLP-1 medication, taken daily for type 2 diabetes. It contains semaglutide, the same active ingredient as Ozempic, but in pill form instead of injection.

Generic Alternatives to Rybelsus

These generic drugs have similar dosage forms and may be alternatives. Ask your pharmacist or doctor about switching.

Eliphos 667 MG TABLET Generic

$0.3992

99% less

Calcium Acetate 667 MG TABLET Generic

$0.4409

99% less

Teriflunomide 7 MG TABLET Generic

$0.5439

98% less

Pirfenidone 267 MG TABLET Generic

$1.52

95% less

Nisoldipine Er 17 MG TABLET Generic

$4.66

86% less

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Understanding Drug Pricing

NADAC (shown above) — What the pharmacy pays the wholesaler for this drug. This is the most transparent baseline cost, published weekly by CMS.

Retail Price — Pharmacies add a dispensing fee ($2-$15) and markup (20-50%). This is what you pay without insurance or discount cards.

Insurance Copay — With insurance, you typically pay a flat copay ($5-$15 generic, $25-$50 brand) regardless of the NADAC cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rybelsus cost?

The pharmacy acquisition cost (NADAC) for Rybelsus 3 MG TABLET is $33.16 per unit. A 30-day supply at 1 unit per day costs approximately $995.

How much does Rybelsus cost without insurance?

Without insurance, expect to pay approximately $1,343 for a 30-day supply. Pharmacy discount programs (GoodRx, RxSaver, Cost Plus Drugs) and manufacturer coupons can reduce this significantly. Ask your doctor if a generic alternative is available — generics typically cost 80-85% less.

Is Rybelsus available as a generic?

Rybelsus is a brand name medication. Generic alternatives may be available. Ask your pharmacist about equivalent generics which can save 80-85%.