Full price comparison · US & Canada
Actonel (Risedronate Sodium) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 67% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Risedronate Sodium, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$44.01
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.769
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$2.35
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 1 tablets
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $44.01Lowest | $47.01 | $1,330.73 | |
| $71.03 | $71.03 | $1,330.73 | |
| $71.99 | $71.99 | $1,330.73 | |
| $72.62 | $75.62 | $1,330.73 | |
| $72.62 | $75.62 | $1,330.73 | |
| $82.48 | $85.48 | $1,330.73 | |
| $85.40 | $88.40 | $1,330.73 | |
| $85.40 | $88.40 | $1,330.73 | |
| $354.60 | $357.60 | $1,330.73 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · Defaultfrom $47.79
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $8.35 | 12 | Free | $100.22Lowest | |
| $9.25 | 12 | Free | $110.99 | |
| $11.95 | 4 | Free | $47.79 | |
| $13.33 | 12 | $14.95 | $160.00 | |
| $14.75 | 4 | Free | $58.99 | |
| $15.60 | — | $0.00 | $187.25 | |
| $17.34 | — | $0.00 | $208.05 | |
| $26.17 | — | $0.00 | $104.68 | |
| $29.08 | — | $0.00 | $116.31 |
Generic · 5 mgfrom $96.86
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.35 | 90 | $0.00 | $211.14Lowest | |
| $2.42 | 90 | $9.95 | $218.13 | |
| $3.23 | 30 | $9.95 | $96.86 | |
| $3.47 | 30 | $0.00 | $104.05 |
Generic · 30 mgfrom $448.09
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $13.08 | 84 | $0.00 | $1,098.75Lowest | |
| $14.02 | 90 | $9.95 | $1,261.74 | |
| $14.16 | 90 | $0.00 | $1,274.76 | |
| $14.94 | 30 | $9.95 | $448.09 |
Generic · 150 mgfrom $25.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RxOutreach.org | $25.00 | 1 | $0.00 | $25.00Lowest |
| $33.78 | 3 | $9.95 | $101.34 | |
| $35.55 | — | $0.00 | $106.65 | |
| $43.06 | — | $0.00 | $43.06 | |
| $50.61 | 1 | $9.95 | $50.61 |
Brand · 5 mgfrom $96.86
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.35 | 90 | $0.00 | $211.14Lowest | |
| $2.42 | 90 | $9.95 | $218.13 | |
| $3.23 | 30 | $9.95 | $96.86 | |
| $3.47 | 30 | $0.00 | $104.05 |
Brand · 30 mgfrom $448.09
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $13.08 | 84 | $0.00 | $1,098.75Lowest | |
| $14.02 | 90 | $9.95 | $1,261.74 | |
| $14.16 | 90 | $0.00 | $1,274.76 | |
| $14.94 | 30 | $9.95 | $448.09 |
Brand · 150 mgfrom $25.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RxOutreach.org | $25.00 | 1 | $0.00 | $25.00Lowest |
| $33.78 | 3 | $9.95 | $101.34 | |
| $35.55 | — | $0.00 | $106.65 | |
| $43.06 | — | $0.00 | $43.06 | |
| $50.61 | 1 | $9.95 | $50.61 |
Canadian prices are converted to USD at the time of listing and shown before any duties. Shipping and delivery times vary by pharmacy.
Interchangeable forms
Per RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine), these share the same active ingredient and strength as Risedronate Sodium.
Frequently asked questions
Is Risedronate Sodium (Actonel) expensive if I don't have insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $44.01 for Risedronate Sodium with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Risedronate Sodium (Actonel) available through Cost Plus Drugs?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Risedronate Sodium at roughly $0.769 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.
What do Canadian pharmacies charge for Risedronate Sodium (Actonel)?
We found Canadian pricing for Risedronate Sodium starting near $2.35 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Risedronate Sodium (Actonel) priced differently in the US and Canada?
Drug pricing is set separately in each country through different negotiation, regulatory, and distribution systems, so the same medication can legitimately carry different price tags on either side of the border. In this case, our data shows the US price is actually the lower of the two once a program like Cost Plus Drugs is factored in — the assumption that Canada is always cheaper doesn't hold for every drug.
How can I find out what my insurance copay will be for Actonel?
Your copay for Actonel depends entirely on your specific insurance plan's formulary and coverage tier. To determine your exact cost, contact your insurance provider or ask your pharmacist to run a benefits check. It's also a good practice to compare your insurance copay against the cash price available through pharmacy savings programs, as the latter may sometimes offer a lower price.
Is Actonel covered by Medicare Part D, and what is the patient cost?
Most Medicare Part D prescription drug plans cover generic risedronate. Your specific copay or coinsurance amount will vary by plan. Contact your Medicare plan provider or pharmacist for details on your share of the cost. Without any coverage, the cash price can be high. Using a pharmacy discount card may provide immediate savings at the pharmacy counter, offering a significantly reduced price for the generic medication.
Is a generic form of Actonel available?
Yes. Actonel is the brand name for the drug risedronate. Generic risedronate, which is therapeutically equivalent, is manufactured by several companies, including Teva, Sun Pharmaceutical, and Apotex.