Full price comparison · US & Canada
Diphenhydramine Hcl (Diphenhydramine Hcl) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada
Price comparison
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We don't have a directly comparable per-unit price for Diphenhydramine Hcl yet — the full breakdown is below.
US · discount card
$9.16
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.008
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
—
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 25mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $9.16Lowest | $9.16 | $7.99 | |
| $9.94 | $12.94 | $7.99 | |
| $9.94 | $12.94 | $7.99 | |
| $11.16 | $11.16 | $7.99 | |
| $12.21 | $15.21 | $7.99 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
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 Diphenhydramine Hcl.
Frequently asked questions
Is Diphenhydramine Hcl (Diphenhydramine Hcl) expensive if I don't have insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Diphenhydramine Hcl is around $9.16. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Diphenhydramine Hcl (Diphenhydramine Hcl) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Diphenhydramine Hcl at roughly $0.008 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.
Why does Diphenhydramine Hcl (Diphenhydramine Hcl) cost more in one country than the other?
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. Check the comparison table above for the specific numbers on Diphenhydramine Hcl.
Is a generic version of Diphenhydramine Hcl available?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Diphenhydramine 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 is diphenhydramine priced when using insurance?
Because diphenhydramine is available over the counter, many insurance plans do not cover it. If it is covered, the patient's out-of-pocket cost will depend on their specific plan's formulary, deductible, and copay structure. It's advisable to check with your insurer or pharmacy, as a prescription discount program may sometimes offer a lower price than your insurance copay.
Will Medicare pay for diphenhydramine?
Medicare coverage for diphenhydramine is not guaranteed and depends on the individual's specific plan, deductible, and coverage phase. If Medicare does not cover it or if the copay is high, using a prescription savings card at the pharmacy may provide a more affordable option.
What is the brand-name version of diphenhydramine?
The most common brand name for diphenhydramine is Benadryl.