US pharmacy pricing
Nicorette Cost Without Insurance — US Pharmacy Price Guide
Lowest price found · US pharmacies
$21.97/fill
for Nicotine Polacrilex, across the pharmacies in our data
Discount card
$21.97
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
Cost Plus Drugs
$15.83
per unit
Published price, no card needed
US pharmacy prices — 100 gum
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 Publix | $21.97Lowest | $24.97 | $1.50 |
 Food Lion | $32.78 | $32.78 | $1.50 |
 Kroger Pharmacy | $33.47 | $36.47 | $1.50 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $33.47 | $36.47 | $1.50 |
 Costco | $34.78 | $34.78 | $1.50 |
"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 Nicotine Polacrilex.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Nicotine Polacrilex (Nicorette) cost without insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Nicotine Polacrilex is around $21.97. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Nicotine Polacrilex (Nicorette) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Nicotine Polacrilex at roughly $15.83 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.
Is a generic version of Nicotine Polacrilex available?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Nicotine Polacrilex 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 does insurance coverage affect the cost of Nicorette?
Since Nicorette is typically sold over-the-counter, a prescription is not usually required, and many standard health insurance plans may not cover it. However, some plans that include benefits for smoking cessation programs might cover it if a doctor writes a prescription. In such cases, your out-of-pocket cost would depend on your specific plan's formulary and copay structure. If your insurance does not cover it, you will pay the retail price, but generic versions and pharmacy savings programs can offer alternative ways to save.
Is Nicorette covered by Medicare?
Original Medicare (Parts A and B) generally does not cover over-the-counter medications like Nicorette. Some Medicare Advantage (Part C) or Medicare Part D prescription drug plans may offer limited coverage for smoking cessation aids, but this is not standard. Without coverage, beneficiaries would be responsible for the full retail price. Exploring options such as generic products and available discount programs can help manage this cost.
Is a generic version of Nicorette available?
Yes. The brand-name Nicorette products have generic equivalents. The active ingredient in Nicorette gum is nicotine polacrilex, and this is available as store-brand or generic nicotine gum. These generic versions contain the same medicinal ingredient and are approved for the same use in smoking cessation, often at a lower price point than the brand-name product.