Gleevec (Imatinib Mesylate) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 83% in the US

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $102.61 for Imatinib Mesylate with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Imatinib Mesylate at roughly $0.237 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.

We found Canadian pricing for Imatinib Mesylate starting near $1.40 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.

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.

Without insurance, the retail price for 30 tablets of brand-name Gleevec (400mg) is often substantial. The generic version, imatinib mesylate, is significantly less expensive. Patients can ask their pharmacist about using a prescription discount card or coupon, which may lead to considerable savings on the generic medication.

Your copay for Gleevec will depend on the specifics of your health plan, so it's best to consult your pharmacist or insurance provider for an accurate estimate. In some cases, the price available through a pharmacy savings program for generic imatinib may be lower than your insurance copay. To compare options, you can ask the pharmacist to apply any available discount coupons before finalizing your purchase.

Original Medicare Part D plans typically do not cover the brand-name version of Gleevec. For the generic formulation, imatinib, patients may find lower costs by using pharmacy savings cards or manufacturer-sponsored assistance programs. These savings can often be accessed at many major retail pharmacies.