US pharmacy pricing
Alcaine Cost Without Insurance — US Pharmacy Price Guide
Lowest price found · US pharmacies
$23.65/fill
for Proparacaine Hcl, across the pharmacies in our data
Discount card
$23.65
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
Cost Plus Drugs
$18.25
per unit
Published price, no card needed
US pharmacy prices — 0.5%
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 CVS Pharmacy | $23.65Lowest | $26.65 | $18.79 |
 Publix | $33.00 | $36.00 | $18.79 |
 Walmart Neighborhood Market | $37.69 | $40.69 | $18.79 |
 Walmart Pharmacy | $37.69 | $40.69 | $18.79 |
 Kroger Pharmacy | $37.82 | $40.82 | $18.79 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $37.82 | $40.82 | $18.79 |
 Walgreens | $39.20 | $42.20 | $18.79 |
 Food Lion | $41.00 | $41.00 | $18.79 |
 Costco | $43.69 | $43.69 | $18.79 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Interchangeable forms
Per RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine), these share the same active ingredient and strength as Proparacaine Hcl.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Proparacaine Hcl (Alcaine) cost without insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Proparacaine Hcl is around $23.65. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Proparacaine Hcl (Alcaine) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Proparacaine Hcl at roughly $18.25 per unit, a published price with no membership card or coupon involved. See the three-price comparison above for how that stacks up against discount-card pharmacies.
Is a generic version of Proparacaine Hcl available?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Proparacaine Hcl is broken out in the tables above where both exist in our data. Generic versions are typically the lower-cost option, but availability depends on the specific formulation and dosage.
How does insurance coverage affect the price of Alcaine?
Coverage and copay costs for Alcaine vary widely depending on your specific health insurance plan. To determine your exact cost, you should consult your plan's formulary or contact your insurance provider directly. If your plan does not cover Alcaine or imposes a high copay, several strategies can help manage the cost. These include requesting the generic proparacaine HCl, which is often covered at a lower tier, or utilizing pharmacy savings cards. Even for patients with Medicare or Medicaid, if the medication is not covered, similar savings options may be available to help reduce the out-of-pocket price.