Full price comparison · US & Canada
How Much Does Cholestyramine Cost? — Save Up to 52% in Canada
Cheaper in Canada
0%
lower price for Cholestyramine, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$48.63
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.600
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$0.290
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 60 packet
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $48.63Lowest | $51.63 | $4.77 | |
| $50.66 | $50.66 | $4.77 | |
| $55.82 | $58.82 | $4.77 | |
| $58.32 | $58.32 | $4.77 | |
| $59.03 | $62.03 | $4.77 | |
| $59.03 | $62.03 | $4.77 | |
| $73.15 | $76.15 | $4.77 | |
| $73.15 | $76.15 | $4.77 | |
| $102.99 | $102.99 | $4.77 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · 4 gmfrom $16.45
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $16.45 | — | $0.00 | $16.45Lowest | |
| $18.28 | — | $0.00 | $18.28 |
Initial · 4 g/9 gfrom $40.10
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.290 | — | Free | $103.01Lowest | |
| $0.320 | — | Free | $113.99 | |
| $0.330 | — | Free | $40.10 | |
| $0.420 | — | Free | $50.99 |
Canadian prices are converted to USD at the time of listing and shown before any duties. Shipping and delivery times vary by pharmacy.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine) expensive if I don't have insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Cholestyramine is around $48.63. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Cholestyramine at roughly $0.600 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.
How much does Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Cholestyramine priced from about $0.290 per tablet (converted to USD), before shipping. Pack size and pharmacy both affect the final total — see the Canada pricing table for specifics.
Why does Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine) 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. In this case, our data shows the Canadian price coming in lower — but that isn't true for every drug, so it's worth checking each medication individually rather than assuming.
What can I expect to pay for Cholestyramine with health insurance?
Your copay for Cholestyramine will depend entirely on the specifics of your health insurance plan. It's best to consult your pharmacist for a precise cost calculation. In some cases, using a pharmacy discount coupon may result in a lower price than your insurance copay, so it can be helpful to ask your pharmacist to compare both options before you purchase the medication.
Is Cholestyramine covered by Medicare, and what are the potential costs?
Coverage for Cholestyramine under Medicare varies by prescription drug plan (Part D). Some plans may cover it, while others may not. If your Medicare plan does not provide adequate coverage, or if you face high out-of-pocket costs, you might find savings by using a prescription discount card available at many pharmacies.
What are the brand names for Cholestyramine?
Cholestyramine is the generic name for a medication produced by several pharmaceutical companies, including Par Pharmaceutical, Sandoz, and Zydus Pharmaceuticals. Common brand-name versions include Questran, Questran Light, and Prevalite.