Restasis Price (cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion)

Restasis price by strength

Cheapest ways to get Restasis 0.05%

The cheapest ways we found to get brand Restasis 0.05% (prices checked Nov 5, 2026). The lowest 90-day cost is shaded green.

Costs abroad and at U.S. pharmacies are for one order closest to 90 days, shipping included, from the price table above. Programs set their own rules, so check the terms before you count on one.

How much does Restasis cost without insurance?

Without insurance, Restasis costs $645.63 for a 30-day supply at the U.S. list price, or about $1,936.89 for 90 days. Licensed pharmacies abroad charged from $276.67 for 90 days of brand Restasis 0.05% in our latest check (Nov 5, 2026), shipping included. Generic: Several companies sell FDA-approved generic cyclosporine 0.05% vials. Cash prices vary by pharmacy, so ask your pharmacy for its price (Drugs@FDA).

Restasis cost with Medicare

In 2026, a Medicare drug plan (Part D) can charge a deductible of up to $615, and once you've spent $2,100 out of pocket on covered drugs, you pay nothing more for covered drugs that year ($2,400 in 2027) (Medicare.gov). What you pay for Restasis depends on your plan's drug list and your coverage phase. If your income is limited, Extra Help lowers drug costs: in 2026 you pay no more than $5.10 for a generic and $12.65 for a brand-name drug, with income under $23,940 ($32,460 for a married couple) and resources under $18,090 ($36,100 for a couple) (CMS). The free Medicare Prescription Payment Plan spreads costs into monthly payments, but it doesn't lower the total.

Restasis cost with insurance

With private or employer insurance, what you pay for Restasis depends on your plan's drug list, deductible and copay. As little as $0 with the Restasis copay program, up to $1,200 in savings per calendar year. Not valid for cash-paying patients (AbbVie).

Medicaid: Your state Medicaid program sets coverage and copays. The Restasis copay program can't be used with Medicaid (AbbVie).

Restasis patient assistance program

AbbVie runs myAbbVie Assist. Who qualifies: People in the U.S. with limited or no health insurance coverage who meet income limits: household income of $77,280 or less for 1 person, $104,520 for 2, $131,760 for 3 or $159,000 for 4 (add $27,240 for each extra person). People with insurance may also be reviewed based on their coverage. We couldn't confirm on the program's own pages that Restasis is on its current list (checked 2026-10-29), so call 1-800-222-6885 to ask before you apply.

Restasis FAQ

Brand vs. generic: cost for 90 days

Lowest in this comparison: Generic cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion 0.05%, U.S. pharmacy cash price.

90 days = 180 vials of 0.05%. Generic sold abroad is not FDA-approved and is not in this box. Your price with insurance or Medicare depends on your plan.

Savings programs from the maker

eDrugSearch does not offer its own Restasis coupons. These are the real savings programs, run by the drug's maker and by Medicare:

• Restasis Savings Card: for people with private or employer insurance. Depending on coverage, eligible patients may pay as little as $0, with up to $1,200 in savings per calendar year. Not valid for Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE or other federal or state programs, or for cash-paying patients. Questions: 1-844-469-8327. (Restasis savings)
• Medicare Extra Help: if you have Medicare and limited income, Extra Help lowers what you pay for prescriptions. (Social Security)
• Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: a free Medicare option that spreads your drug costs into monthly payments across the year. It doesn't lower the total, but it can make costs easier to manage. (Medicare.gov)
• Costco Pharmacy member prices: Costco publishes member prices for many prescriptions, for people with a Costco membership. Non-members can also use Costco pharmacies and pay the regular cash price. Member prices can't be used with insurance, Medicare or Medicaid claims. (Costco Pharmacy)
• Amazon Pharmacy Prime and RxPass: Amazon Pharmacy offers Prime members discounts on many prescriptions, and RxPass, for Prime members, covers a set list of generics for a flat monthly fee. Prime is not required to use Amazon Pharmacy. Prime savings have limits for people with Medicare, Medicaid or Tricare, and RxPass is not open to people with Medicaid or CHIP. (Amazon Pharmacy)
• Discount cards: Discount cards (for example GoodRx or SingleCare) may lower the price at local pharmacies; prices vary by pharmacy and ZIP code.

Compare Restasis with similar drugs

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Lowest 90-day price including shipping, from licensed pharmacies shipping to the U.S., any strength. Only your doctor can decide whether another drug is right for you.

What is Restasis used for?

Restasis (cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion 0.05%) is a calcineurin inhibitor eye drop. According to its FDA label (DailyMed), it is used to:

• Increase tear production in people whose tear production is thought to be reduced because of eye inflammation from chronic dry eye (keratoconjunctivitis sicca).

The label notes that more tear production was not seen in people using anti-inflammatory eye drops or punctal plugs. Restasis comes as 0.05% preservative-free single-use vials (0.4 mL, trays of 30 or 60) and a 5.5 mL MultiDose bottle. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.