Full price comparison · US & Canada

How Much Does Desferal Cost?

Brand availableRx requiredAvailable US & Canadasolution reconstitutedHealth Canada DIN 01981242

Price comparison

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We don't have a directly comparable per-unit price for Deferoxamine Mesylate yet — the full breakdown is below.

US · discount card

$53.48

per fill

Lowest listed pharmacy price

Lowest

Canada

$10.63

per tablet

Lowest listed pharmacy price

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US pharmacy prices — 500mg

PharmacyDiscount-card priceRegular cash priceAverage retail
Walgreens$53.48Lowest$56.48$252.49
Publix$98.28$101.28$252.49
Kroger Pharmacy$133.72$136.72$252.49
Harris Teeter Pharmacy$133.72$136.72$252.49

"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.

Canadian pharmacy prices

PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$10.63Free$106.26Lowest
CanadaPharmacies.com$11.70Free$116.99
SPFPharmacy.com$23.62$9.95$236.20
InhalersOnline.com$23.80$0.00$238.02

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 Deferoxamine Mesylate.

Generic clinical forms
deferoxamine mesylate 2000 MG Injection

Frequently asked questions

How much does Deferoxamine Mesylate (Desferal) cost without insurance?

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $53.48 for Deferoxamine Mesylate with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

What do Canadian pharmacies charge for Deferoxamine Mesylate (Desferal)?

We found Canadian pricing for Deferoxamine Mesylate starting near $10.63 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.

Why is Deferoxamine Mesylate (Desferal) 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. Check the comparison table above for the specific numbers on Deferoxamine Mesylate.

Does Deferoxamine Mesylate have a generic equivalent?

Generic and brand-name pricing for Deferoxamine Mesylate 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.

How can I determine my cost for Deferoxamine with insurance?

The cost of Deferoxamine under an insurance plan varies widely based on your specific policy's formulary, deductible, and copay structure. The most reliable way to get this information is to contact your insurance provider directly. If your plan does not cover Deferoxamine, or if your out-of-pocket cost is high, you may explore alternative savings options such as pharmacy discount cards. These programs can sometimes provide lower prices than certain insurance copays. For patients with Medicare or Medicaid, similar discount programs may be available if the medication is not covered by your government plan.

Is there a brand-name version of Deferoxamine?

Yes, the brand-name version of this medication is called Desferal. Deferoxamine is the generic equivalent, containing the same active ingredient. Generic medications like Deferoxamine are typically offered at a substantially lower cost than their brand-name counterparts.