Note: These resource covers insulin access in the United States only. These resources may be out of date and were last updated January 2026. for ongoing insulin access and affordability resources in the United States, see here.
One in three people who are insulin dependent have reported the dangerous practice of rationing their insulin due to price. Being unable to afford or access insulin or other required supplies is not your fault; rather it is the outcome of decades of intentional policies and practices by Big Pharma.
Low cost insulin analogues vials and pens are now available with a prescription at a more affordable list price than many other name-brand insulins, regardless of insurance or residency status (a prescription is needed in most states):
Low cost insulin analogues vials and pens are now available with a prescription at a more affordable list price than many other name-brand insulins, regardless of insurance or residency status (a prescription is needed in most states):
Please note that because of patent evergreening, insulins with small changes to their formula including Lyumjev, Tresiba, Toujeo, Apidra, and possibly Fiasp, Admelog and other insulins may not have their prescription be used for a generic or biosimilar because they do not exist. Levemir (generic, detemir) has been discontinued and is not available.
These insulins may not be available at your local pharmacy and you may have to special order them
Alec’s Laws or Insulin Safety Net Laws provide low-cost insulin for the uninsured in Colorado, Maine, Minnesota, and Utah.
Blue Circle Health can help adults with type 1 in 20 states and Washington D.C. access care and access support for up to 6 months.
Mutual Aid Diabetes can help you navigate the below resources, get you one-time access to insulin and supplies, as well as help you find and navigate sustainable long-term solutions.
Many of the below insulin manufacturers' Insulin Affordability Resources are challenging to access and may be terminated or modified at any time. That’s why T1International supports structural reforms.
Depending on where you live, you may need to have an up-to-date prescription to get insulin. If you cannot get a hold of your prescriber for an update prescription, here are some other resources to try: