Full price comparison · US & Canada
Salagen Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada — Save Up to 92% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Pilocarpine Hcl, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$29.44
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.100
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$1.20
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 5mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $29.44Lowest | $32.44 | $11.99 | |
| $35.99 | $35.99 | $11.99 | |
| $44.72 | $47.72 | $11.99 | |
| $44.72 | $47.72 | $11.99 | |
| $44.90 | $44.90 | $11.99 | |
| $47.11 | $47.11 | $11.99 | |
| $48.03 | $51.03 | $11.99 | |
| $49.48 | $52.48 | $11.99 | |
| $49.48 | $52.48 | $11.99 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · 4 %from $53.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5.30 | — | $0.00 | $53.00Lowest |
Initial · 5 mgfrom $124.22
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.20 | 200 | Free | $239.80Lowest | |
| $1.24 | 100 | Free | $124.22 | |
| $1.25 | 200 | Free | $250.99 | |
| $1.35 | 100 | Free | $134.99 |
Canadian prices are converted to USD at the time of listing and shown before any duties. Shipping and delivery times vary by pharmacy.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Pilocarpine Hcl (Salagen) cost without insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Pilocarpine Hcl is around $29.44. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Pilocarpine Hcl (Salagen) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Pilocarpine Hcl at roughly $0.100 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.
How much does Pilocarpine Hcl (Salagen) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Pilocarpine Hcl priced from about $1.20 per tablet (converted to USD), before shipping. Pack size and pharmacy both affect the final total — see the Canada pricing table for specifics.
Why does Pilocarpine Hcl (Salagen) cost more in one country than the other?
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.
What can I expect to pay for pilocarpine with my insurance?
The cost of pilocarpine with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary, copay structure, and coverage tiers. Some plans may cover it with a standard copayment, while others may not include it at all. To get an accurate estimate of your cost, you should contact your insurance provider directly. If your plan does not cover pilocarpine or imposes a high copay, you can explore alternative payment options, such as pharmacy discount programs, to help manage the expense.
What is the brand-name version of pilocarpine?
Pilocarpine is the generic form of the brand-name drug Isopto Carpine. Both contain the same active ingredient and are therapeutically equivalent. The primary difference is cost, with the generic pilocarpine generally being significantly more affordable for most patients compared to the branded product.