Full price comparison · US & Canada
How Much Does Cytotec Cost? — Save Up to 21% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Misoprostol, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$4.59
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.262
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$0.330
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 200mcg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $4.59Lowest | $7.59 | $35.43 | |
| $4.59Lowest | $7.59 | $35.43 | |
| $5.99 | $8.99 | $35.43 | |
| $5.99 | $8.99 | $35.43 | |
| $11.60 | $11.60 | $35.43 | |
| $12.35 | $15.35 | $35.43 | |
| $13.84 | $13.84 | $35.43 | |
| $13.85 | $16.85 | $35.43 | |
| $17.22 | $20.22 | $35.43 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Generic · 100 mcgfrom $39.76
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.330 | 400 | Free | $133.09Lowest | |
| $0.360 | 400 | Free | $143.99 | |
| $0.400 | 100 | Free | $39.76 | |
| $0.510 | 100 | Free | $50.99 | |
| $0.610 | 300 | $9.95 | $181.77 | |
| $0.650 | 300 | $0.00 | $194.97 | |
| $0.660 | 100 | $9.95 | $65.56 | |
| $0.750 | 100 | $0.00 | $74.60 |
Brand · 100 mcgfrom $39.76
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.330 | 400 | Free | $133.09Lowest | |
| $0.360 | 400 | Free | $143.99 | |
| $0.400 | 100 | Free | $39.76 | |
| $0.510 | 100 | Free | $50.99 | |
| $0.610 | 300 | $9.95 | $181.77 | |
| $0.650 | 300 | $0.00 | $194.97 | |
| $0.660 | 100 | $9.95 | $65.56 | |
| $0.750 | 100 | $0.00 | $74.60 |
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 Misoprostol.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Misoprostol (Cytotec) cost without insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Misoprostol is around $4.59. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Misoprostol (Cytotec) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Misoprostol at roughly $0.262 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 Misoprostol (Cytotec) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Misoprostol priced from about $0.330 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 Misoprostol (Cytotec) 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 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 Cytotec with my health insurance?
Your out-of-pocket cost for Cytotec with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary and copay structure. It's important to note that if Cytotec is prescribed for an off-label use, which is common, your insurance may not cover the brand-name drug, though they often cover generic misoprostol. Your pharmacy copay may be higher than the price available through a prescription discount program. Always ask your pharmacist to run the prescription through both your insurance and any available savings program to identify the lowest price.
Is Cytotec covered by Medicare, and what are the costs for beneficiaries?
Most Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans do not cover the brand-name drug Cytotec but typically do cover its generic equivalent, misoprostol. For Medicare beneficiaries whose plan does not provide coverage, the out-of-pocket cost for the brand can be high. Generic misoprostol is a more affordable alternative, and its price can be further reduced through pharmacy discount programs. Patients should consult their plan's drug list (formulary) and compare pharmacy cash prices for the generic.
Is a generic version of Cytotec available?
Yes. Cytotec is the brand name for the drug misoprostol. Generic misoprostol is widely manufactured and available from several pharmaceutical companies, making it a common and typically more affordable option.