Full price comparison · US & Canada
Clarinex (Desloratadine) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 59% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Desloratadine, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$13.38
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.132
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$0.320
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 5mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $13.38Lowest | $16.38 | $11.99 | |
| $13.38Lowest | $16.38 | $11.99 | |
| $16.70 | $16.70 | $11.99 | |
| $21.11 | $24.11 | $11.99 | |
| $24.56 | $27.56 | $11.99 | |
| $24.87 | $24.87 | $11.99 | |
| $25.84 | $25.84 | $11.99 | |
| $39.45 | $42.45 | $11.99 | |
| $39.45 | $42.45 | $11.99 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · 5 mg
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.320 | 100 | Free | $32.02Lowest | |
| $0.430 | 100 | Free | $42.99 | |
| $0.580 | 100 | $0.00 | $58.00 | |
| $0.730 | 20 | Free | $14.59 | |
| $0.940 | 90 | $14.95 | $85.00 | |
| $1.30 | 20 | Free | $25.99 | |
| $1.40 | 90 | $0.00 | $126.00 | |
| $1.75 | 90 | $9.95 | $157.23 | |
| $1.78 | 90 | $0.00 | $160.14 | |
| $1.95 | 20 | $0.00 | $38.99 | |
| $2.01 | 30 | $9.95 | $60.38 | |
| $2.19 | 30 | $0.00 | $65.64 |
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 Desloratadine.
Frequently asked questions
Is Desloratadine (Clarinex) expensive if I don't have insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $13.38 for Desloratadine with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Desloratadine (Clarinex) available through Cost Plus Drugs?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Desloratadine at roughly $0.132 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 Desloratadine (Clarinex)?
We found Canadian pricing for Desloratadine starting near $0.320 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Desloratadine (Clarinex) 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 much should I expect to pay for Clarinex with my insurance?
Your cost with insurance depends on your specific plan's formulary and copay structure. In some cases, the price available through a pharmacy savings program may be lower than your insurance copay. It's advisable to ask your pharmacist to compare both your insurance price and the cash price with any available discounts to find the best option.
Is Clarinex covered by Medicare plans, and what are the costs?
Original Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans often do not cover the brand-name Clarinex. They typically cover its generic equivalent, desloratadine. For patients needing the brand-name product, exploring manufacturer coupons or pharmacy discount programs may provide an affordable alternative.
Is a generic version of Clarinex available?
Yes. The generic form of Clarinex is desloratadine, which contains the same active ingredient. It is produced by several manufacturers and is widely covered by Medicare and most private insurance plans, offering a more affordable treatment option.