Affording your Amitiza prescription can be a challenge, especially if you don’t have insurance coverage or have a high deductible. The monthly cost can be significant and may make it difficult to afford. For people managing chronic idiopathic constipation or IBS-C, consistent treatment matters for daily comfort and quality of life.
One option is using a coupon or savings card. These can provide some relief, but they may not be enough to make medication truly affordable. Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs) offered by pharmaceutical companies can provide much greater savings. The Rx Advocates can help you connect with these programs and navigate the application process.
What is the Amitiza Patient Assistance Program?
Pharmaceutical companies sponsor assistance programs for patients managing gastrointestinal conditions who face financial barriers. Amitiza’s program ensures qualifying individuals maintain consistent access to lubiprostone medication.
You provide prescription details and financial information. We provide the expertise. Our advocates coordinate with your gastroenterologist, prepare necessary documentation, submit applications, and track progress through approval. Once accepted, medication arrives consistently.
We’re a prescription advocacy program recognized nationally. We link patients with over 100 United States-based pharmaceutical manufacturers’ patient assistance programs covering more than 800 FDA-approved prescription medicines.
How to Qualify
Patient assistance programs have income guidelines people must meet:
- Individuals earning up to $40,000 annually
- Couples earning up to $60,000 annually
- Large families earning up to $100,000 annually
- U.S. residency and valid prescription
Some pharmaceutical companies’ requirements can be different. Contact us so we can check if you qualify.
Cost of Amitiza
with The Rx Advocates
The monthly service fee depends on the number of medications you take. For example:
$80 / Month
$90 / Month
$100 / Month
$110 / Month
NOTE: In addition to our monthly service fee, we charge a one-time enrollment fee of $35.
Our service is month-to-month, so if you’re not happy with it, you may cancel at any time.
The Rx Advocates Can Help Reduce Amitiza Costs
We are not a coupon, savings card, or insurance plan. We connect people with pharmaceutical companies’ patient assistance programs.
When patients allow us to help with monthly medications, they can count on steady prices. The only cost is a $80 to $110 service fee depending on medication count. They never pay more than the monthly service fee.
Patient assistance programs make big differences for people with small budgets. Programs are offered by pharmaceutical companies. These are public programs for anyone who meets guidelines, but many don’t know they exist. The process can be long and frustrating. We help patients get into programs with less stress.
Cost of Amitiza vs Other Options
$80.00/month
$484.19
* Source: GoodRx.com
Last Updated: September 29, 2025. Actual retail prices may vary by pharmacy and location.
Why Patient Assistance Programs Beat Coupons
Coupons and savings cards can provide some relief but may not be enough. Patient assistance programs provide superior long-term solutions.
Coupon limitations
- Limited savings: May not make medication truly affordable
- Temporary relief: Short-term rather than ongoing support
- Restrictions: May have pharmacy or eligibility limitations
- Expiration concerns: Often expire or have usage limits
PAP advantages
- Much greater savings: Significantly more than coupons
- Steady pricing: Consistent monthly costs
- No surprises: Never pay more than monthly service fee
- Expert help: We navigate applications
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Patients managing chronic constipation commonly ask these questions about Amitiza costs and assistance.
With The Rx Advocates, patients pay a fixed monthly service fee, which depends on the number of medications covered.
- 1 Medication (Amitiza only) – $80 per month
- 2 Medications (Amitiza + 1 other) – $90 per month
- 3 Medications (Amitiza + 2 others) – $100 per month
- 4+ Medications – $110 per month
Importantly, there are no hidden fees, and prices remain consistent even if retail costs fluctuate.
Prescription drug prices vary:
- Pharmacy: Different pharmacies have different prices
- Location: Prices vary by region
- Insurance: Large difference between insured and uninsured
- Dosage: Available in 8 mcg or 24 mcg taken twice daily
Individuals earning up to $40,000, couples up to $60,000, and large families up to $100,000 annually can qualify. Requirements vary. Contact us to check eligibility.
Helping patients get medications at prices they can afford is our goal. We know how hard it can be to afford medicines. Programs help people without health insurance and those with insurance. We handle applications, follow up with pharmaceutical companies, and manage ongoing paperwork.
About Amitiza
Amitiza (lubiprostone) treats Chronic Idiopathic Constipation or Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation.
How it works: Not a traditional laxative, fiber, or stool softener. Increases fluid in intestines to help stool pass more easily.
What it treats: CIC and IBS-C are chronic conditions without clear causes. May be caused by a combination of stress, infection, or environmental conditions. Should only be used for constipation symptoms, not for IBS with Diarrhea.
Administration: Comes in capsule form, taken twice daily. If a patient has nausea, they should take it with a meal.
Side effects:
- Common: Nausea, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain
- Serious: Severe diarrhea, difficulty breathing, swelling
Important warnings: Should not be used by people with blockage in digestive tract or severe diarrhea. Pregnant women or nursing mothers should talk to doctors before starting because it can cause harm to developing fetuses.
Get Started Today
No one should have to choose between having medicine they need or paying regular monthly expenses. Patient assistance programs can make big differences.
With us, patients pay only a monthly service fee. There are no hidden charges or extra fees. We can check your eligibility.
