US pharmacy pricing

Where to Find the Cheapest Glatiramer Acetate Price

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Lowest price found · US pharmacies

$1,109.32/fill

for Glatiramer Acetate, across the pharmacies in our data

US pharmacy prices — 1ml of 40mg/ml

PharmacyDiscount-card priceRegular cash priceAverage retail
Walgreens$1,109.32Lowest$1,112.32$203.46
Kroger Pharmacy$1,439.40$1,442.40$203.46
Harris Teeter Pharmacy$1,439.40$1,442.40$203.46
Publix$3,094.38$3,097.38$203.46

"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 Glatiramer Acetate.

Other brand names
CopaxoneGlatopa
Generic clinical forms
1 ML glatiramer acetate 20 MG/ML Prefilled Syringe

Frequently asked questions

Is Glatiramer Acetate expensive if I don't have insurance?

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $1,109.32 for Glatiramer Acetate with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

Does Glatiramer Acetate have a generic equivalent?

Generic and brand-name pricing for Glatiramer Acetate 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 much should I expect to pay for glatiramer with insurance coverage?

The cost of glatiramer with commercial insurance depends entirely on the specifics of your health plan, including your deductible, copay, or coinsurance requirements. To get an accurate estimate of your share of the cost, contact your insurance provider directly or ask your pharmacist to run a benefits check. It's also worth exploring additional savings options, as some pharmacy discount programs may be used alongside insurance to further lower your out-of-pocket payment.

Is glatiramer covered under Medicare plans, and what are the typical costs?

Glatiramer is commonly covered under Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans that include prescription drug benefits. Your exact copay or cost-sharing amount will vary based on your specific plan's formulary and coverage phase (like whether you are in the deductible or coverage gap). To potentially reduce your Medicare out-of-pocket costs, you can inquire at your pharmacy about using a free prescription savings card, which may be accepted to lower the price you pay.

What is the brand-name equivalent of the generic drug glatiramer?

Glatiramer acetate is the generic name for the medication. The original, brand-name version is called Copaxone.