How Much Does Alprostadil Cost?

At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Alprostadil is around $37.50. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.

Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Alprostadil priced from about $18.93 per tablet (converted to USD), before shipping. Pack size and pharmacy both affect the final total — see the Canada pricing table for specifics.

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 Alprostadil.

Generic and brand-name pricing for Alprostadil 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.

Your out-of-pocket cost with insurance, such as your copay, depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary and benefit design. For alprostadil used in a hospital setting, the facility's charge will also factor into your cost. For the outpatient treatment of erectile dysfunction, it's advisable to ask your pharmacist to compare your insurance copay against the price available with a pharmacy savings coupon, which can sometimes be lower.

Coverage under Medicare depends on the condition being treated. Alprostadil is generally excluded from coverage under Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans. However, when used as a life-sustaining treatment for a newborn in a hospital, it may be covered under Medicare Part B as a medical benefit. For conditions not covered, patients can explore prescription discount options.

Alprostadil is available as a generic drug. Its brand-name equivalents vary by use. The brand Prostin VR is indicated for use in newborns with congenital heart conditions. For the treatment of erectile dysfunction, brand-name versions include Caverject and Edex (injectable forms) and Muse (a urethral suppository).