US pharmacy pricing

Metopirone Prices at US Pharmacies

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Lowest price found · US pharmacies

$19,563.10/fill

for Metopirone, across the pharmacies in our data

US pharmacy prices — 250mg

PharmacyDiscount-card priceRegular cash priceAverage retail
Kroger Pharmacy$19,563.10Lowest$19,566.10$61.39
Harris Teeter Pharmacy$19,563.10Lowest$19,566.10$61.39
Food Lion$20,409.15$20,409.15$61.39
Walgreens$20,524.90$20,527.90$61.39
Publix$20,646.16$20,649.16$61.39
Walmart Neighborhood Market$21,003.69$21,006.69$61.39
Walmart Pharmacy$21,003.69$21,006.69$61.39
Costco$21,123.19$21,126.19$61.39

"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 Metopirone.

Generic clinical forms
metyrapone 250 MG Oral Capsule

Frequently asked questions

How much does Metopirone (Metopirone) cost without insurance?

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $19,563.10 for Metopirone with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

Does Metopirone have a generic equivalent?

Generic and brand-name pricing for Metopirone 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.

Is a generic version of Metopirone available?

Metopirone is the brand name for the drug containing the active ingredient metyrapone. As of now, a generic equivalent (metyrapone) is not commercially available in the United States.

What is Metopirone and how does it work?

Metopirone (metyrapone) is a prescription drug used exclusively for diagnostic testing. Its purpose is to evaluate how well the adrenal glands produce cortisol, a vital hormone that regulates blood sugar, inflammation, stress response, and other key functions. The test helps distinguish between different causes of adrenal insufficiency—a serious condition where the body doesn't make enough cortisol. A single capsule is given, and the subsequent change in cortisol levels is measured. If cortisol increases, the issue likely originates in the pituitary gland. If cortisol does not rise adequately, the problem likely lies within the adrenal glands themselves.

What side effects are associated with Metopirone?

Common side effects of Metopirone can include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, abdominal discomfort, and low blood pressure. Severe allergic reactions are rare. Because this is a supervised diagnostic procedure, patients are closely monitored throughout and after administration. Any unusual symptoms, especially signs of an allergic reaction, should be reported immediately to the attending medical staff.