Lexapro 20 mg price australia?

Prices for Lexapro (escitalopram) 20 mg in Australia vary a lot depending on subsidy and pharmacy. Do you want PBS (subsidized) price or private price? And is this for a typical 28‑day supply (one 20 mg tablet daily)?

rough guidance:
- PBS subsidized (with a concession card): generally a small co‑payment for the prescription plus a dispensing fee. Concession co‑payment is only a few dollars; general (non‑concession) is higher. Total out‑of‑pocket for a 28‑day supply is usually around the low tens of dollars if not the full price, but exact numbers depend on the current PBS pricing and dispensing fee.
- Private price (no PBS subsidy): usually higher. A 28‑day supply of escitalopram 20 mg tablets can range roughly from about AUD 15 to 50+, depending on whether you get a generic or brand (Lexapro) and which pharmacy you use.
- Brand Lexapro tends to be more expensive than generic escitalopram.

For exact current prices:
- Check the PBS Online Price Search (pbs.gov.au) for the exact PBS co‑payment and general price.
- Ask your pharmacist for a price quote, including any dispensing fees.
- If cost is a concern, ask about switching to the generic escitalopram (if appropriate with your prescriber).

If you tell me whether you want PBS or private pricing, I can give more targeted ranges.