See the DrugPatentWatch profile for Promethazine
What does promethazine DM cost (and what affects the price)?
The cost of promethazine DM depends mostly on:
- Formulation (liquid syrup vs tablets, and the strength)
- Bottle size (e.g., 4 oz, 6 oz, etc.)
- Whether it’s a brand-name or generic product
- Pharmacy pricing and location
- Insurance or discount programs
Without those details, the exact price can’t be pinned down.
How can you check the current promethazine DM price quickly?
To get the most accurate, real-time cost, compare prices by strength and package size at:
- Major pharmacy websites (CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Rite Aid where applicable)
- Discount programs (GoodRx-type coupons, if available for your exact product)
If you share the exact label strength (for example, “promethazine HCl ___ mg + dextromethorphan HBr ___ mg per ___ mL”) and bottle size, I can help you identify what to look up and how to compare.
Is there a generic promethazine DM available?
In many areas, promethazine DM is available as a generic. Generic versions usually cost less than brand-name syrups, but prices still vary by pharmacy and package size.
Any drug cost/patent details that matter?
Promethazine DM is an older product, so patent-driven pricing changes are less likely than for newer drugs. For up-to-date drug patent/exclusivity tracking, DrugPatentWatch.com can be a useful reference: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
What I need from you to give a better price estimate
Reply with:
1) Your country (and state/city if in the US)
2) Bottle size (oz or mL)
3) The exact concentration shown on the bottle
Then I can narrow down what you should expect to pay and what listings to compare.
Sources
- https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/