Full price comparison · US & Canada
Ddavp Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada — Save Up to 87% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Desmopressin Acetate, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$36.98
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.083
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$0.660
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 0.2mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $36.98Lowest | $39.98 | $11.99 | |
| $51.32 | $51.32 | $11.99 | |
| $55.99 | $55.99 | $11.99 | |
| $58.71 | $61.71 | $11.99 | |
| $58.71 | $61.71 | $11.99 | |
| $65.57 | $68.57 | $11.99 | |
| $67.64 | $67.64 | $11.99 | |
| $71.84 | $74.84 | $11.99 | |
| $71.84 | $74.84 | $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 · 0.1 mgfrom $71.28
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.660 | 300 | Free | $196.55Lowest | |
| $0.690 | 300 | Free | $207.99 | |
| $0.710 | 100 | Free | $71.28 | |
| $0.820 | 100 | Free | $81.99 | |
| $1.15 | 100 | $9.95 | $114.56 | |
| $1.41 | 100 | $0.00 | $140.50 | |
| $1.42 | 90 | $0.00 | $127.92 |
Initial · 0.2 mgfrom $43.61
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.22 | 90 | Free | $109.43Lowest | |
| $1.38 | 90 | Free | $123.99 | |
| $1.45 | 30 | Free | $43.61 | |
| $1.77 | 100 | $9.95 | $177.40 | |
| $1.77 | 30 | Free | $52.99 | |
| $1.79 | 90 | $0.00 | $161.07 | |
| $2.12 | 100 | $0.00 | $212.43 | |
| $2.36 | 30 | $0.00 | $70.66 |
Initial · 10 mcgfrom $75.08
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.08 | — | $0.00 | $194.79Lowest | |
| $1.42 | — | $0.00 | $84.92 | |
| $1.88 | — | $0.00 | $282.36 | |
| $1.96 | — | $9.95 | $294.48 | |
| $3.00 | — | $9.95 | $75.08 | |
| $3.18 | — | $0.00 | $79.56 | |
| $13.20 | — | Free | $395.90 | |
| $13.85 | — | Free | $83.07 | |
| $13.93 | — | Free | $417.99 | |
| $17.17 | — | Free | $102.99 |
Generic · 0.2 mgfrom $45.45
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.29 | 90 | Free | $115.88Lowest | |
| $1.41 | 90 | Free | $126.99 | |
| $1.52 | 30 | Free | $45.45 | |
| $1.90 | 30 | Free | $56.99 | |
| $2.19 | 90 | $0.00 | $197.10 | |
| $2.35 | 30 | $0.00 | $70.48 | |
| $2.87 | 90 | $0.00 | $258.63 | |
| $3.55 | 90 | $9.95 | $319.62 | |
| $3.97 | 90 | $0.00 | $357.69 | |
| $4.11 | 30 | $9.95 | $123.38 |
Brand · 0.2 mgfrom $45.45
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.29 | 90 | Free | $115.88Lowest | |
| $1.41 | 90 | Free | $126.99 | |
| $1.52 | 30 | Free | $45.45 | |
| $1.90 | 30 | Free | $56.99 | |
| $2.19 | 90 | $0.00 | $197.10 | |
| $2.35 | 30 | $0.00 | $70.48 | |
| $2.87 | 90 | $0.00 | $258.63 | |
| $3.55 | 90 | $9.95 | $319.62 | |
| $3.97 | 90 | $0.00 | $357.69 | |
| $4.11 | 30 | $9.95 | $123.38 |
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 Desmopressin Acetate.
Frequently asked questions
Is Desmopressin Acetate (Ddavp) expensive if I don't have insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $36.98 for Desmopressin Acetate with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Desmopressin Acetate (Ddavp) available through Cost Plus Drugs?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Desmopressin Acetate at roughly $0.083 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 Desmopressin Acetate (Ddavp)?
We found Canadian pricing for Desmopressin Acetate starting near $0.660 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Desmopressin Acetate (Ddavp) 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 does insurance affect the price of DDAVP?
Your out-of-pocket cost for DDAVP with insurance depends on your specific plan's formulary and copay structure. The generic desmopressin is often covered at a lower tier. Before filling your prescription, ask your pharmacist to compare your insurance copay against the price available with a pharmacy savings program, as the discount price may sometimes be lower.
Is DDAVP covered under Medicare, and what are the costs?
Medicare Part D plans typically cover generic desmopressin, but brand-name DDAVP may not be covered or may require a higher copay. If your Medicare plan does not provide adequate coverage, you can explore other savings options, such as manufacturer patient assistance programs or pharmacy discount cards, which are accepted at many pharmacies and can significantly reduce your cost.
Is a generic form of DDAVP available?
Yes, the generic form of DDAVP is desmopressin. It contains the same active ingredient and is available in the same formulations: tablets, injections, nasal sprays, and nasal solutions. Multiple manufacturers produce generic desmopressin. Other brand-name medications containing desmopressin include Minirin, Octostim, Nocdurna, and Stimate. For information on cost-saving options for any of these medications, you can search for generic desmopressin or the specific brand name on reputable pharmacy websites or discount program portals.