Full price comparison · US & Canada
How Much Does Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Cost? — Save Up to 85% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$18.33
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.057
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$0.390
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 200mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $18.33Lowest | $18.33 | $5.22 | |
| $20.51 | $23.51 | $5.22 | |
| $20.51 | $23.51 | $5.22 | |
| $21.47 | $24.47 | $5.22 | |
| $22.20 | $25.20 | $5.22 | |
| $22.20 | $25.20 | $5.22 | |
| $25.77 | $28.77 | $5.22 | |
| $26.96 | $26.96 | $5.22 | |
| $40.99 | $40.99 | $5.22 |
"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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.390 | 180 | Free | $70.95Lowest | |
| $0.470 | 180 | Free | $83.99 | |
| $0.690 | 200 | $0.00 | $137.96 | |
| $0.700 | 100 | $0.00 | $69.99 | |
| $0.770 | 200 | $14.95 | $154.00 | |
| $0.780 | 200 | $0.00 | $156.00 | |
| $0.850 | 200 | $14.95 | $169.18 | |
| $0.930 | 30 | Free | $27.93 | |
| $1.11 | 100 | $0.00 | $111.00 | |
| $1.31 | 100 | $9.95 | $131.41 | |
| $1.33 | 30 | Free | $39.99 | |
| $1.46 | 100 | $0.00 | $146.00 | |
| $1.50 | 100 | $14.95 | $150.07 | |
| $1.67 | 30 | $0.00 | $49.99 |
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 Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate.
Frequently asked questions
What's the cash price for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate (Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate) in the US?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate is around $18.33. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate (Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate at roughly $0.057 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 Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate (Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate priced from about $0.390 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 Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate (Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate) 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.
Is hydroxychloroquine covered by Medicare plans?
Most Medicare Part D prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage plans include coverage for hydroxychloroquine. Patients should check their plan's formulary for specific coverage details and copay amounts. Discount coupons for both the generic drug and its brand-name version, Plaquenil, are also available from various sources and can provide an alternative way to manage costs.
Does Medicaid provide coverage for hydroxychloroquine?
Yes, Medicaid typically covers hydroxychloroquine for its FDA-approved uses, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. The final out-of-pocket cost for a beneficiary depends on their specific state plan, deductible, and coverage phase. In cases where Medicaid does not cover the medication or the copay is high, patients may explore using a pharmacy discount card as an alternative payment method to potentially lower their cost.
What is the brand-name equivalent of hydroxychloroquine?
Hydroxychloroquine is the generic name for the medication. It is manufactured by several companies, including Dr. Reddy's, Aidarex, and Mylan. The original brand-name version of this drug is called Plaquenil. Savings options for both the generic and brand-name formulations can be found through various pharmacy savings resources.