Full price comparison · US & Canada
Pimecrolimus (Pimecrolimus) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 97% in Canada
Cheaper in Canada
0%
lower price for Pimecrolimus, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$78.60
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$52.25
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$1.50
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 30gm of 1%
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $78.60Lowest | $81.60 | $14.77 | |
| $78.60Lowest | $81.60 | $14.77 | |
| $82.32 | $85.32 | $14.77 | |
| $106.48 | $109.48 | $11.99 | |
| $107.30 | $107.30 | $14.77 | |
| $112.73 | $112.73 | $14.77 | |
| $119.98 | $119.98 | $14.77 | |
| $130.78 | $133.78 | $14.77 | |
| $130.78 | $133.78 | $14.77 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · Defaultfrom $51.71
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.50 | — | Free | $134.66Lowest | |
| $1.62 | — | Free | $145.99 | |
| $1.72 | — | Free | $51.71 | |
| $1.75 | — | $14.95 | $157.40 | |
| $1.79 | — | $14.95 | $160.71 | |
| $1.85 | — | $14.95 | $110.76 | |
| $1.88 | — | $14.95 | $113.09 | |
| $1.89 | — | $14.95 | $170.16 | |
| $2.00 | — | $14.95 | $119.75 | |
| $2.10 | — | Free | $62.99 | |
| $3.71 | — | $0.00 | $111.39 | |
| $5.23 | — | $0.00 | $52.31 |
Generic · 0.01from $41.01
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3.46 | — | $0.00 | $207.63Lowest | |
| $3.85 | — | $0.00 | $230.70 | |
| $4.05 | — | $0.00 | $121.38 | |
| $4.50 | — | $0.00 | $134.87 | |
| $41.01 | — | $0.00 | $41.01 | |
| $45.57 | — | $0.00 | $45.57 |
Brand · 0.01from $41.01
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3.46 | — | $0.00 | $207.63Lowest | |
| $3.85 | — | $0.00 | $230.70 | |
| $4.05 | — | $0.00 | $121.38 | |
| $4.50 | — | $0.00 | $134.87 | |
| $41.01 | — | $0.00 | $41.01 | |
| $45.57 | — | $0.00 | $45.57 |
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 Pimecrolimus.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pimecrolimus expensive if I don't have insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Pimecrolimus is around $78.60. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Pimecrolimus at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Pimecrolimus at roughly $52.25 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 Pimecrolimus cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Pimecrolimus priced from about $1.50 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 Pimecrolimus 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 Canadian price coming in lower — but that isn't true for every drug, so it's worth checking each medication individually rather than assuming.
How much can I expect to pay for pimecrolimus with health insurance?
Your out-of-pocket cost with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary and coverage details, including your copay or coinsurance. To ensure you're getting the best available price, it's a good practice to compare your insurance copay against the price offered by other pharmacy savings programs.
Is pimecrolimus typically covered by Medicare, and what are the costs?
Coverage for pimecrolimus under Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plans is often limited or not available. For patients with Medicare, exploring alternative savings options, such as pharmacy discount programs, can be a helpful way to manage the expense of this prescription at local pharmacies.
What is the brand-name version of pimecrolimus?
Pimecrolimus is marketed under the brand name Elidel. Generic versions of pimecrolimus cream are produced by several manufacturers, including Teva, Oceanside, and Glenmark.