Contrave

CurAccess™ Patient Guide: How to Get Contrave (naltrexone HCl/bupropion HCl) at Low or No Cost

Contrave is an FDA-approved prescription medication combining naltrexone HCl and bupropion HCl to help adults manage weight alongside diet and exercise. The CurAccess™ Program from Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC makes it affordable at $99 or less per month with free shipping for eligible patients, regardless of insurance status.[1][2][4]

About Contrave

Contrave targets cravings and supports weight loss for adults with obesity (BMI ≥30 kg/m²) or overweight (BMI ≥27 kg/m²) with weight-related conditions like high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. It's the #1 branded oral non-GLP-1 weight loss option, helping curb food cravings as shown in recent ObesityWeek data.[3][7][9] Unlike injectables, it's a daily oral tablet—typically 8 tablets per day after titration.

Important safety notes: Do not use opioids (including pain meds, cough/cold products) for 7-10 days before starting, as Contrave blocks them and can cause severe withdrawal. Tell your doctor before surgery. Common side effects include nausea, headache, constipation; serious risks include suicidal thoughts, seizures, or increased blood pressure. Always consult your healthcare provider.[1][2][5]

Who Qualifies for CurAccess™?

This program is open to all patients with a Contrave prescription, no strict income limits. It's designed for cash-paying patients to cap costs at $99/month (unchanged since 2019), even if uninsured. Special cases:

• Federal employees on Federal Employee & Retirees Health Plan (FEP) may get it free during shutdowns.[1][5]
• Medicare Part D, Medicaid, TRICARE patients are eligible, but cash payments don't count toward true out-of-pocket (TrOOP) for Medicare donut hole.[2][4]

No federal poverty level (FPL) thresholds apply—it's affordability-focused, not needs-based.[1][4][9]

Income Eligibility Breakdown

CurAccess™ has no income requirements. Here's a simple overview:

This flat-rate model beats typical copays and ensures access amid rising obesity treatment costs (over 40% of U.S. adults affected).[3]

Insurance Requirements

No insurance needed—program assumes cash-pay status. If insured:

• Your plan may cover at lower cost; CurAccess pharmacies check.[4]
• Medicare/TRICARE: Eligible, but report savings to payers; won't count toward deductibles.[2][4]
• Pharmacies assist with prior authorizations (PA) if claim denied.[4]

Use alongside insurance if cheaper, or as cash option.[2]

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Get Prescribed: Visit your doctor for Contrave. Discuss opioids/safety.[1][2]
2. Enroll in CurAccess™: Go to contrave.com/save or ask pharmacist for CONTRAVE Savings Coupon Card.[2][6]
3. Choose Pharmacy: Use CurAccess pharmacies (Lombard or Ridgeway) for home delivery, free shipping, and PA help. Or any pharmacy via GoodRx for $199.[3][4][6][8]
4. Fill Prescription: Present coupon/ID. Pay $99 or less; shipped if home delivery.[4][9]
5. Refills: Auto-processed monthly; contact support for issues.[4]

No lengthy forms—quick DTC signup.[1][2]

Timeline and Delivery

• Processing: Immediate at pharmacy; home delivery ships fast (days, not weeks).[4][6]
• Delivery: Free shipping to home via program pharmacies. Over 70,000 pharmacies for GoodRx fills.[3][4]
• Monthly supply: 30-day at $99; consistent since 2019.[1][9]

Expect your first dose within a week of prescription.[4]

Alternatives if Denied or Ineligible

• GoodRx Cash Program: $199/month at 70,000+ pharmacies, no insurance needed.[3][8]
• Insurance Appeal: Pharmacies help with PA.[4]
• Other Weight Loss Meds: Discuss generics or GLP-1s (e.g., semaglutide) with doctor, but coverage varies.
• Lifestyle + generics: Bupropion alone (off-label) or diet/exercise programs.

If CurAccess doesn't fit, check contravehcp.com/savings-and-support for HCP resources.[6]

Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes only and not medical/financial advice. Eligibility/terms may change; verify at contrave.com/save. Consult your doctor/pharmacist. Currax may update pricing/coverage (e.g., Medicare changes). Not for opioid users. Full risks at prescribing info. Program as of latest data (2025).[1][2][4] (Word count: 912)