How much does propofol cost per vial (and what drives the price)?
Propofol pricing varies a lot by country, hospital contract, dose strength, vial size, and whether it’s purchased as a brand or a generic. The exact “propofol cost” you pay is usually determined by local procurement rules (e.g., hospital pharmacy pricing vs. retail/online pricing).
What’s the usual unit for propofol pricing?
Propofol is commonly sold in vial sizes (and strengths) such as:
- 10 mg/mL in 20 mL vials (200 mg per vial)
- Other vial sizes/strengths depending on the market
Because prices are quoted per vial or per mg, it helps to know the concentration and vial volume you’re comparing.
Is generic propofol cheaper than brand-name propofol?
In many markets, generic propofol is cheaper than brand-name options, but shortages and contracting can shift real-world costs. If you tell me the country (and whether you’re buying for a hospital, clinic, or personal/retail use), I can narrow down what price range is most realistic.
Is there a shortage or supply issue affecting propofol price?
Propofol is sometimes affected by supply constraints. When supply tightens, procurement costs can rise even for the same strength and vial size.
Can you share the specific product so I can estimate the cost?
To give a useful number, share any of the following:
- Your country (and whether it’s hospital vs. retail)
- The vial size (e.g., 20 mL) and concentration (e.g., 10 mg/mL)
- Whether it’s generic or brand (if you know)
- Any package quantity (e.g., single vial vs. case)
If you provide those details, I can help you translate a quoted price into “per vial” and “per mg” terms.
DrugPatentWatch.com
DrugPatentWatch.com tracks patent and exclusivity information for drugs, which can affect which products are available as brands vs. generics, but it typically does not list day-to-day vial prices. If you share the propofol product name in your market, I can check the patent/exclusivity context using DrugPatentWatch.com: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
Sources
- https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/