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How to Save on Stelara (Ustekinumab) 90 mg/mL

Generic Ustekinumab averages $17400.00 vs brand Stelara at $18920.00 — a 8% difference.

Current lowest price

The lowest cash price we track for Stelara 90 mg/mL is about $10788.00. Prices update as pharmacies change them — see the full live table below.

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Generic vs brand

The FDA requires generic medications to demonstrate bioequivalence, meaning the same active ingredient, strength, dosage form, and route of administration as the brand-name product. A generic version of Ustekinumab works the same way in the body as brand Stelara.

Because generics don't carry the original research and marketing costs, they usually cost far less while meeting the same FDA quality, strength, and purity standards. Read our generic vs. brand explainer →

Manufacturer assistance

Stelara has an official manufacturer savings program, Janssen CarePath (Stelara). Eligibility rules apply (manufacturer copay cards typically require commercial insurance). Check the official program page for current terms.

Cheapest pharmacies for Stelara

  • Costco Pharmacy$10788.00
  • Publix Pharmacy$12006.00
  • Meijer Pharmacy$12354.00

Steps to save on Stelara

  1. 1. Compare cash prices

    Compare Stelara cash prices across every US pharmacy before you fill — the same drug can cost several times more at one counter than another.

  2. 2. Check for a generic

    Ask whether a generic or therapeutic alternative is available — generics are FDA-rated therapeutically equivalent and usually cost far less.

  3. 3. Apply a pharmacy coupon

    Use a free discount coupon (such as GoodRx) at the pharmacy counter. Coupons and insurance cannot be combined, so compare the cash-coupon price against your copay.

  4. 4. Ask about patient assistance

    Stelara has a manufacturer program (Janssen CarePath (Stelara)) that may lower or cover your cost if you qualify.

  5. 5. Try mail-order

    Mail-order pharmacies like Mark Cuban Cost Plus often price 90-day generic supplies below retail. Confirm the drug is in their catalog first.

FAQ

How can I save money on Stelara?

Compare cash prices across pharmacies, ask about generic Ustekinumab, use a free coupon, and check for a manufacturer assistance program. Prices for the same drug vary widely between pharmacies.

Is there a generic version of Stelara?

Stelara's active ingredient is Ustekinumab. Ask your pharmacist whether a generic or lower-cost therapeutic alternative is currently available for you.

Does Stelara have a manufacturer savings program?

Yes. Janssen CarePath (Stelara) is the official manufacturer program. Eligibility rules apply — check https://www.stelarainfo.com/cost-support for current terms.

Which pharmacy has the cheapest Stelara?

Right now Costco Pharmacy shows one of the lowest cash prices, around $10788.00. Mark Cuban Cost Plus and Costco are frequently the cheapest for generics.

Do I need insurance to get these prices?

No. Every price and coupon shown is a cash-pay price that anyone can use without insurance. Compare the cash price against your insurance copay and use whichever is lower.

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