US pharmacy pricing
Demerol Prices at US Pharmacies
Lowest price found · US pharmacies
$7.54/fill
for Meperidine Hcl, across the pharmacies in our data
US pharmacy prices — 1ml of 25mg/ml
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 Kroger Pharmacy | $7.54Lowest | $7.54 | $6.99 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $7.54Lowest | $7.54 | $6.99 |
 Walgreens | $7.76 | $7.76 | $6.99 |
 CVS Pharmacy | $11.51 | $11.51 | $6.99 |
 Publix | $30.55 | $30.55 | $6.99 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Interchangeable forms
Per RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine), these share the same active ingredient and strength as Meperidine Hcl.
Frequently asked questions
Is Meperidine Hcl (Demerol) expensive if I don't have insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $7.54 for Meperidine Hcl with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Does Meperidine Hcl have a generic equivalent?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Meperidine Hcl 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.
What does Demerol cost with insurance?
The out-of-pocket cost with insurance varies significantly by plan, depending on deductibles and copay structures. It can be worthwhile to compare this cost with the price available through a pharmacy savings card, which may be lower. Your pharmacist can help run a price comparison to ensure you get the best available rate.
Is Demerol covered by Medicare, and what are the costs?
Demerol and its generic form, meperidine, are often excluded from standard Medicare Part D formularies. For patients with Medicare, a prescription discount coupon can be a useful alternative for obtaining the medication at a reduced price at many major retail pharmacy chains.
Is a generic version of Demerol available?
Yes. Demerol is the brand name for the opioid analgesic meperidine. Generic meperidine is produced by several pharmaceutical companies, including Qualitest, West-Ward, and Teva.