US pharmacy pricing
Butrans Cost Without Insurance — US Pharmacy Price Guide
Lowest price found · US pharmacies
$80.04/fill
for Buprenorphine, across the pharmacies in our data
US pharmacy prices — 10mcg/hr, 4 patches
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 CVS Pharmacy | $80.04Lowest | $80.04 | $51.23 |
 Publix | $143.28 | $143.28 | $51.23 |
 Kroger Pharmacy | $158.18 | $158.18 | $51.23 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $158.18 | $158.18 | $51.23 |
 Walgreens | $160.53 | $160.53 | $51.23 |
 Costco | $273.64 | $273.64 | $51.23 |
 Food Lion | $298.56 | $298.56 | $51.23 |
"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 Buprenorphine.
Frequently asked questions
Is Buprenorphine (Butrans) expensive if I don't have insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Buprenorphine is around $80.04. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Is a generic version of Buprenorphine available?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Buprenorphine 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 affect the price of Butrans?
The out-of-pocket cost for Butrans with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary, copay structure, and deductible. You should contact your insurance provider directly to confirm coverage details and your estimated cost. If Butrans is not covered or the copay is high, discussing the generic alternative (buprenorphine) with your doctor is a recommended step. For patients with Medicare or Medicaid, if the medication isn't fully covered, you can explore the use of pharmacy discount programs accepted at your pharmacy to help lower the price.