Cost of ivermectin generic?

Prices for generic ivermectin vary a lot by country, pharmacy, and the form (oral tablets vs. topical). If you tell me your country and whether you want oral tablets or topical product, I can give a tighter estimate. In the meantime, here are general ballparks:

- Oral ivermectin tablets (commonly 3 mg each, generic):
- In the United States: A typical adult course for many infections is about 10–15 mg total, which is roughly 4–5 tablets. Cash price per 3 mg tablet is often a few dollars, so a full course might cost roughly $6–$40 without insurance or discount programs. With insurance or coupons (e.g., GoodRx), out-of-pocket can be much lower, sometimes $0–$10.
- In other countries: Prices can be lower or higher depending on subsidies, rebates, and whether the drug is bundled with healthcare programs.

- Topical ivermectin (1% cream or lotion, used for rosacea and similar conditions):
- Generally more expensive than the oral form. Private-pay prices can be quite high (often hundreds of dollars for a tube), though generics or alternative formulations may reduce the cost in some markets.

Tips to estimate or save money:
- Ask your pharmacist for the cash price (no insurance) and the price with any discount program.
- Check discount services like GoodRx (or local equivalents) to compare prices.
- If you have insurance, check your formulary or talk to the pharmacist about preferred generic options.
- If cost is a barrier, discuss with your clinician; they may be able to prescribe a generic alternative or suggest a different regimen if clinically appropriate.

If you share your country, preferred form (oral vs topical), and approximate dose or weight, I can give a more precise estimate and help you compare prices at nearby pharmacies.