See the DrugPatentWatch profile for bicalutamide
What does bicalutamide cost in the US?
Prices vary a lot by brand vs generic, tablet strength, and the pharmacy (and whether you pay cash or use insurance). This answer can’t name a specific price because no pricing source or location (country/zip code) was provided.
If you share:
- your country (and ZIP code if US),
- the dose (e.g., 50 mg or 150 mg), and
- whether you want brand (Casodex) or generic,
I can help you narrow to the most likely cash/insurance price ranges.
Brand vs generic: does that change the price?
Yes. Brand-name bicalutamide (commonly marketed as Casodex in some places) typically costs more than generic bicalutamide. Costs also differ depending on tablet count per month supply.
How to estimate your monthly cost quickly
If you know the pharmacy price for a bottle/quantity, you can approximate:
- “per pill” price × pills per day × 30 (or per-prescription quantity)
If you tell me your exact regimen (dose and how many tablets per day), I can convert it into an estimated monthly cost.
Are there cheaper options (insurance, discount cards, or patient assistance)?
Often. Bicalutamide may be cheaper with:
- insurance formularies (tiered copays),
- pharmacy discount programs (varies by pharmacy),
- generic substitution (if your prescription allows it),
- manufacturer or specialty-patient programs (if offered in your region).
If you tell me your insurance status (insured vs cash pay) and location, I can suggest what to ask the pharmacy.
What I need to give an actual number
Reply with:
1) country + city/ZIP (or just country),
2) tablet strength (and whether 50 mg or 150 mg),
3) brand or generic preference, and
4) quantity (e.g., “30 tablets” or “for 1 month”),
and I’ll give you a tighter cost estimate for your specific situation.