Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate) — How to Pay Less

Neurology (MS) · Last verified 2026-03-22

Current Pricing

Retail Price
$8,200
per month (estimated)
Copay Card Price
$0
per month with commercial insurance
Patient Assistance (PAP)
FREE
if income-eligible
Generic Price
$2,000
generic dimethyl fumarate (since 2020)

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Savings Options by Insurance

🏢Commercial Insurance

  • Biogen Copay Assistance: Pay as little as $0/mo. (Max annual benefit: $12,000)
  • Ask your doctor about switching to generic dimethyl fumarate ($2,000/mo)

🏥Medicare

  • 2026 Part D out-of-pocket cap: $2,000/year. Ask about Extra Help/LIS for additional savings.

💵Uninsured / Cash Pay

  • Biogen Patient Assistance: FREE medication if income is below 500% FPL. Call 1-800-456-2255.
  • Generic dimethyl fumarate: $2,000/mo at most pharmacies
  • GoodRx, RxSaver, or Amazon Pharmacy discount cards may offer additional savings

How to Enroll

Biogen Copay Assistance

  1. Check eligibility (commercial insurance required)
  2. Complete the enrollment form online (takes ~2 minutes)
  3. Download or print your savings card
  4. Present at pharmacy with your insurance card
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Generic dimethyl fumarate also available. Check current program status with Biogen.

Biogen Patient Assistance

  1. Confirm income eligibility (below 500% FPL / ~$undefined/yr for individuals)
  2. Have your prescriber complete and sign the application
  3. Submit by fax, mail, or online
  4. Processing typically takes 1-2 weeks
Start Guided Enrollment ↑Download application →Call 1-800-456-2255

Key Facts

Category
Neurology (MS)
Generic Name
dimethyl fumarate
Dosages
120mg, 240mg
Generic Available
Yes (since 2020)

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Retail: $8,500/mo · Generic: $3,000/mo

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