Acyclovir generic price?

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Acyclovir (generic) is one of the most affordable antiviral drugs on the market. Below is a quick snapshot of what you can expect to pay in a few common scenarios—but keep in mind that the actual cost can vary widely based on where you shop, your insurance, and any discount programs you might use.

Scenario	Typical U.S. Price (Retail)	Typical U.S. Price (Insured)	Notes
One‑tablet dose (200 mg)	~$0.10–$0.30	Often covered by insurance or reduced to a few cents	Bulk packs often cheaper per tablet.
One‑tablet dose (400 mg)	~$0.20–$0.50	Similar to 200 mg; higher dose may be covered differently	Most prescriptions for herpes zoster use 400 mg tablets.
10‑day supply (200 mg tablets)	~$1.50–$3.00	Usually a small copay (≈$5–$10)	Common for cold‑sores or genital herpes.
10‑day supply (400 mg tablets)	~$3.00–$5.00	Copay may be similar or slightly higher	Used for shingles or more severe infections.
Prescription fill at a discount pharmacy	$0.05–$0.25 per tablet	Often zero copay for generic	Check programs like GoodRx, Walmart Pharmacy, or Costco.

How to get the best price

Use a discount card or pharmacy savings program
Programs such as GoodRx, Costco, or the pharmacy’s own savings card can reduce the retail cost to a fraction of the usual price.
Ask your pharmacist for a “generic‑only” prescription
Some pharmacies will only dispense the generic, which is far cheaper than brand‑name options.
Check your insurance formulary
Generic acyclovir is almost always on the formulary and usually has a very low copay (often $5 or less).
Look for patient assistance programs
While acyclovir is inexpensive, if you’re uninsured and need a large quantity, the manufacturer (GSK, Pfizer, etc.) may offer coupons or a patient assistance program.
Compare local pharmacies
Prices can differ between chain and independent pharmacies. A quick phone call or online price comparison can save you several dollars.

International pricing (a quick guide)

Country	Approximate price (USD) for 10‑day supply	Notes
United Kingdom	£5–£10 (~$6–$12)	NHS may cover it free of charge.
Canada	CAD 10–20 (~$8–$16)	Provincial formularies vary.
Australia	AUD 8–15 (~$6–$10)	PBS may cover most costs.
India	₹200–400 (~$2–$5)	Very low, but quality can vary.

Bottom line: Generic acyclovir is one of the cheapest antiviral drugs out there. For most people in the United States, a 10‑day supply costs $1–$5 at the pharmacy and $5–$10 or less with insurance. Using a discount program or a generic‑only pharmacy can bring the cost down even further.

If you’re looking for a specific price in your area, the fastest way is to call or check the online portal of your local pharmacy chain or use a price‑comparison site like GoodRx.

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