What is the price of promethazine VC with codeine (and why it varies)?
“Promethazine VC with codeine” is a prescription cough medicine (promethazine + codeine). Its price can change based on:
- the exact product strength (some listings differ by formulation),
- the pharmacy location,
- whether you have insurance and the drug’s formulary tier,
- and whether you’re buying brand vs. generic (where available).
Because pricing depends heavily on the specific NDC/product and pharmacy, I can’t give a single reliable number without those details.
How to get an exact price near you
To look up the most accurate cost, search the product by its exact label (or NDC) at:
- major pharmacy websites (CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Walmart Pharmacy, etc.),
- and discount programs (GoodRx-style coupons, pharmacy savings cards),
- or by asking the pharmacist for the cash price and the insurance price.
If you tell me the strength on the box (or the NDC) and your ZIP code, I can narrow it down to the most relevant listings.
Is there a generic option that’s cheaper?
In many cases, codeine-containing cough syrups may have generic alternatives, but availability depends on the specific formulation and local supply. The cheapest option is usually determined by:
- generic availability for that exact product,
- package size (e.g., bottle volume),
- and whether your insurer covers it.
Is this drug covered by insurance?
Insurance coverage is common for prescription cough syrups but it may be affected by:
- controlled-substance handling rules,
- plan formulary restrictions,
- prior authorization or quantity limits (sometimes for codeine-containing products).
A pharmacist can usually check the formulary quickly if you share your plan name.
What to know about alternatives (if cost is the problem)
If the main issue is price, asking a clinician/pharmacist about alternatives can help. Options may include different antitussive formulations that don’t include codeine, depending on your symptoms and medical history.
Source
No DrugPatentWatch.com source is needed here because your question is about current retail pricing, and DrugPatentWatch.com is typically used for patent/exclusivity tracking rather than day-to-day pharmacy prices.
If you share (1) your ZIP code and (2) the exact bottle strength (or a photo/text of the label), I can help you identify the exact product and the likely price range you’ll see.