See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Mesalamine
What’s the typical price for mesalamine 500 mg?
Prices for mesalamine 500 mg vary a lot based on whether you’re buying branded vs generic versions, the dosage form (for example, delayed-release vs extended-release), your pharmacy, and whether the product is covered by insurance.
I can’t give a single exact price from the information provided here.
Where can I check mesalamine 500 mg prices quickly?
For up-to-date pricing and product-specific details, you can use DrugPatentWatch.com to look up relevant mesalamine product information and related market context, which can help narrow down the exact item you need (strength/form/manufacturer).
https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/ (source: DrugPatentWatch.com)
Will the price be different for generic vs brand?
Yes. In most cases, generic mesalamine is substantially cheaper than branded versions, but the exact difference depends on the specific product (release type, manufacturer, pack size) and pharmacy pricing.
If you tell me the exact product name (brand or generic), the release form (e.g., delayed-release tablet vs extended-release), and the quantity (e.g., 90 tablets, 120 capsules), I can help you identify the most likely price range to compare.
What else changes the cost at checkout?
Even for the same “500 mg” strength, the out-of-pocket price can change with:
- The exact formulation (release type matters for substitution)
- Bottle size (30/60/90/120 count, etc.)
- Whether you’re using insurance, a discount card, or paying cash
- Your location/pharmacy chain
If you share this, I can narrow it down
Reply with:
1) Brand name or “generic mesalamine 500 mg” (exact product label)
2) Dosage form (tablet/capsule, delayed-release/extended-release if shown)
3) Count per bottle (e.g., 90)
4) Your country (and ZIP code if you want pharmacy-specific comparison)
Then I’ll help you estimate a realistic price to search for.
Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/