How much does morphine cost?

Prices for morphine vary a lot by country, dosage form, strength, and whether you have insurance or can use generic options. There isn’t a single price.

In the United States, for example:
- Generic morphine sulfate tablets (common strengths like 15 mg or 30 mg): roughly a few tenths of a dollar to a few dollars per tablet without insurance. With insurance, typical out-of-pocket copays for a 30-day supply are often in the low to mid double digits (roughly $5–$20 or more, depending on the plan and dose).
- Morphine oral solution: generally more expensive per mL than tablets; prices can vary widely by bottle size and concentration (often modestly higher than tablets without insurance).
- Injectable morphine (for hospital use): price per vial or dose can range from several dollars to tens of dollars before insurance; in practice, hospital billing and insurance often determine the actual charge.

Outside the U.S., prices can be quite different and are often lower for generics, but variability remains.

How to get an exact current price:
- Ask your local pharmacy for the exact out-of-pocket cost with your insurance or for a cash price.
- Use price comparison tools (e.g., GoodRx) to see current prices at nearby pharmacies.
- If cost is a barrier, ask about generic options, other formulations, or patient assistance programs.

If you share your country, the form you need (tablet, solution, or injectable), the strength, and whether you have insurance, I can give a more tailored rough range and cost-saving tips.