Full price comparison · US & Canada
Cuprimine (Penicillamine) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 55% in Canada
Cheaper in Canada
0%
lower price for Penicillamine, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$1,660.64
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$2.93
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$1.33
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 250mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,660.64Lowest | $1,660.64 | $219.99 | |
| $1,860.95 | $1,860.95 | $219.99 | |
| $10,859.88 | $10,862.88 | $219.99 | |
| $16,634.94 | $16,637.94 | $219.99 | |
| $18,437.78 | $18,440.78 | $219.99 | |
| $18,437.78 | $18,440.78 | $219.99 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · Defaultfrom $477.71
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4.78 | — | Free | $477.71Lowest | |
| $4.88 | — | Free | $487.99 | |
| $6.19 | — | $14.95 | $619.00 | |
| $6.21 | — | $0.00 | $620.85 | |
| $6.33 | — | $9.95 | $632.54 |
Generic · 125 mgfrom $132.74
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.33 | 100 | $0.00 | $132.74Lowest |
Brand · 125 mgfrom $132.74
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.33 | 100 | $0.00 | $132.74Lowest |
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 Penicillamine.
Frequently asked questions
Is Penicillamine (Cuprimine) expensive if I don't have insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $1,660.64 for Penicillamine with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Penicillamine (Cuprimine) available through Cost Plus Drugs?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Penicillamine at roughly $2.93 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 Penicillamine (Cuprimine)?
We found Canadian pricing for Penicillamine starting near $1.33 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Penicillamine (Cuprimine) 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 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 will I pay for Cuprimine with insurance?
Your out-of-pocket cost for Cuprimine with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary, deductible, and copay structure. In some cases, the copay may be higher than the discounted cash price available through a pharmacy savings program. It is advisable to ask your pharmacist to perform a price comparison between your insurance copay and available discounted rates to ensure you are getting the lowest possible price.
Is Cuprimine covered by Medicare, and what are the costs?
Cuprimine may be covered under Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans, but coverage varies by plan. Patients without Medicare coverage or those facing high out-of-pocket costs can look into alternative savings options, such as discount programs, which may offer the medication at a reduced price.
Is a generic version of Cuprimine available?
Yes. The active ingredient in Cuprimine is penicillamine, which is available as a generic medication from several manufacturers. Generic penicillamine typically offers the same therapeutic benefits as the brand-name drug at a lower cost. Patients interested in the generic option should discuss it with their doctor or pharmacist and can search for it using generic drug discount resources.