Cost of valacyclovir?

Prices for valacyclovir vary a lot by country, dose (500 mg vs 1000 mg), brand vs generic, quantity, and whether you have insurance. Here are rough US-out-of-pocket ranges to give you an idea:

- Generic valacyclovir 500 mg, usually sold in 60-count bottles: roughly $60–$120
- Generic valacyclovir 1000 mg, 60-count: roughly $120–$260
- Brand-name Valtrex (valacyclovir) 1000 mg, 60-count: roughly $350–$600

A typical 7‑day course often uses about 14 pills (for a 1,000 mg twice daily regimen). Rough out-of-pocket for a generic course might be around $25–$60; for brand-name, it’s commonly several hundred dollars.

If you have insurance, your copay for a generic is often in the $5–$20 range, but this varies.

If you’d like, tell me:
- your country or location
- the dosage (e.g., 500 mg or 1000 mg) and the number of pills you need
- whether you want generic vs brand
- if you have insurance or a discount card

I can help estimate a closer price and suggest ways to save (like using GoodRx, pharmacy coupons, or mail-order programs).