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Biktarvy: Can I get it for free?

Medical News Today Published Oct 21, 2025 Reviewed Jun 30, 2026 ✓ Reviewed by citations.press editors
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The copay savings program can provide up to $7,200 in cost‑sharing assistance per calendar year for Biktarvy.
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Biktarvy (bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide) is a brand-name medication that’s prescribed for HIV-1.

The cost of Biktarvy can vary depending on certain factors, such as your treatment plan and your insurance coverage.

Learn about a financial assistance program for Biktarvy and what to do if you have issues with medication costs.

Biktarvy’s manufacturer, Gilead, has a program for financial support called the Gilead Advancing Access program.

Part of this support is a copay savings program available for people with commercial or private insurance. For Biktarvy, the copay savings program can help provide up to $7,200 in cost-sharing assistance per calendar year with no monthly limit.

If you do not have insurance, you may be able to receive Biktarvy for free through the Patient Assistance Program/Medication Assistance Program (PAP/MAP).

If you have questions about financial support for Biktarvy, call 800-226-2056 or visit the manufacturer’s website.

If you are experiencing issues paying for Biktarvy, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They may be able to provide additional resources to help with costs.

Coupon or discount cards, such as those found at Optum Perks, may also be available for Biktarvy. (Optum Perks is a sister site of Medical News Today.)

With HIV medications like Biktarvy, it’s important to take your medication every day and not go without it. If you can’t find a solution for paying for Biktarvy, your doctor may be able to prescribe a different medication for your condition.

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The cost of Biktarvy may vary depending on several factors, including your insurance. The Gilead Advancing Access program has options for helping cover your prescription costs for this medication.

You can work with your doctor or pharmacist to find the best savings options for you.

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