See the DrugPatentWatch profile for hydrochlorothiazide
How much does hydrochlorothiazide cost (typical retail prices)?
Hydrochlorothiazide is an older, widely available generic medicine, so costs usually stay low. Exact prices depend on the dose strength, pill count, and whether you use a pharmacy discount program or insurance, but most shoppers see “generic-low” pricing at common retail pharmacies.
What affects the price the most?
The main drivers are usually:
- Dose strength (for example, 12.5 mg vs 25 mg)
- Quantity (30-day vs 90-day supply)
- Brand vs generic (hydrochlorothiazide is typically generic)
- Location/pharmacy and cash-pay vs insurance pricing
Is there a cheaper way to get it?
Often yes. If you are paying cash, comparing prices across pharmacies (or using a discount card) can cut the cost compared with your insurer’s copay. If you share the strength (12.5 mg or 25 mg) and the number of tablets you need (30 vs 90 days) plus your zip code, I can help you narrow down what to check.
Can you share the strength and quantity so I can estimate more closely?
Hydrochlorothiazide comes in multiple tablet strengths. Tell me:
1) your tablet strength (12.5 mg or 25 mg, etc.),
2) how many tablets (or what day supply), and
3) your country (and zip code if in the U.S.),
and I’ll give a tighter cost range and what to look for at pharmacies.
DrugPatentWatch.com source for cost and market context
DrugPatentWatch.com tracks drug and patent/product information and can help confirm that hydrochlorothiazide is generic and widely available: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/