Full price comparison · US & Canada
Leuprolide Acetate Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada — Save Up to 97% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Leuprolide Acetate, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$229.86
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$51.32
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$1,937.24
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 1 kit
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $229.86Lowest | $232.86 | $147.99 | |
| $369.14 | $372.14 | $147.99 | |
| $369.14 | $372.14 | $147.99 | |
| $408.00 | $408.00 | $147.99 | |
| $442.00 | $442.00 | $147.99 | |
| $451.09 | $451.09 | $147.99 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,937.24 | — | $0.00 | $1,937.24Lowest | |
| $2,152.49 | — | $0.00 | $2,152.49 |
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 Leuprolide Acetate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Leuprolide Acetate cost without insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $229.86 for Leuprolide Acetate with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Leuprolide Acetate available through Cost Plus Drugs?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Leuprolide Acetate at roughly $51.32 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 Leuprolide Acetate?
We found Canadian pricing for Leuprolide Acetate starting near $1,937.24 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Leuprolide Acetate 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.
Is Leuprolide covered by Medicare, and what are the associated costs?
Leuprolide is generally not covered under Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. Instead, coverage is typically provided under Medicare Part B as a medically administered service. This means your cost would be subject to the Part B deductible and coinsurance. The final price you pay can be influenced by whether the administering facility accepts discount programs, which may offer a lower cash price for the medication.
Is Leuprolide available as a generic medication?
Leuprolide is the generic name for the active ingredient itself. It is the component found in brand-name drugs like Eligard, which is used to treat advanced prostate cancer.
What is Leuprolide and how does it work?
Leuprolide is a generic hormone therapy medication. It is the active ingredient in brand-name drugs such as Eligard, primarily prescribed for men with advanced prostate cancer. As a palliative treatment, it helps slow cancer progression but does not offer a cure. It functions by significantly reducing the production of male hormones like testosterone. Since these hormones fuel the growth of prostate cancer cells, blocking their production inhibits cancer cell division. The medication is also used off-label for certain conditions in women, such as endometriosis or uterine fibroids, as it can prevent the release of estrogen, a hormone linked to these conditions. Leuprolide is administered as a subcutaneous injection by a healthcare professional, with formulations designed to release the medication continuously over two, four, or six months.