What is the cost of budesonide?

Prices for budesonide vary a lot by country, the exact product and dose, and whether you’re using brand-name or a generic. If you tell me your country and the specific form (inhaler, nasal spray, oral capsules, rectal foam) and whether you want brand or generic, I can give you a more precise estimate or look up current prices for a nearby pharmacy.

For a rough idea (U.S. dollars, typical cash price without insurance):
- Inhaled budesonide inhalers (generic Pulmicort Flexhaler): generally in the hundreds of dollars per inhaler (roughly $250–$350, depending on dose and pharmacy).
- Nasal budesonide spray (Rhinocort, generic versions): roughly $15–$40 per bottle.
- Oral budesonide capsules (Entocort EC or generics): several hundred dollars per month, often $200–$600 depending on dose and whether a generic is available.
- Rectal budesonide foam: on the order of $60–$140 per can.
- Budesonide/formoterol inhaler (Symbicort): typically several hundred dollars per inhaler.

If you share your location and the exact product you’re considering, I’ll look up current prices and, if you’d like, compare options (brand vs generic, pharmacy coupons, insurance copays).