Full price comparison · US & Canada
Mysoline Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada — Save Up to 66% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Primidone, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$5.09
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.034
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$0.100
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 50mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5.09Lowest | $8.09 | $11.99 | |
| $5.09Lowest | $8.09 | $11.99 | |
| $9.00 | $9.00 | $11.99 | |
| $9.00 | $9.00 | $11.99 | |
| $11.65 | $11.65 | $11.99 | |
| $11.66 | $11.66 | $11.99 | |
| $11.84 | $14.84 | $11.99 | |
| $14.49 | $17.49 | $11.99 | |
| $15.38 | $18.38 | $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 · 125 mgfrom $16.46
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.100 | 300 | Free | $29.91Lowest | |
| $0.140 | 300 | Free | $40.99 | |
| $0.160 | 100 | Free | $16.46 | |
| $0.270 | 100 | Free | $26.99 | |
| $0.390 | 100 | $9.95 | $39.11 | |
| $0.410 | — | $0.00 | $40.59 | |
| $0.440 | 100 | $0.00 | $43.52 | |
| $0.450 | — | $0.00 | $45.10 |
Initial · 250 mgfrom $19.80
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.130 | 400 | Free | $53.27Lowest | |
| $0.160 | 400 | Free | $63.99 | |
| $0.200 | 100 | Free | $19.80 | |
| $0.310 | 100 | Free | $30.99 | |
| $0.390 | 100 | $9.95 | $39.27 | |
| $0.440 | — | $0.00 | $44.36 | |
| $0.490 | — | $0.00 | $49.29 | |
| $0.550 | 100 | $0.00 | $54.90 | |
| $0.710 | 60 | $14.95 | $42.85 | |
| $0.720 | 100 | $0.00 | $71.84 |
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 Primidone.
Frequently asked questions
Is Primidone (Mysoline) expensive if I don't have insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Primidone is around $5.09. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Primidone (Mysoline) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Primidone at roughly $0.034 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 Primidone (Mysoline) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Primidone priced from about $0.100 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 Primidone (Mysoline) 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.
How much will I pay for Mysoline if I have insurance?
The out-of-pocket cost for Mysoline with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary, deductible, and copay structure. You should contact your insurance provider directly to confirm coverage details. If your plan does not cover brand-name Mysoline or requires a high copay, your doctor can often prescribe the generic primidone, which is typically covered at a lower tier. For medications not covered by insurance, including Medicare or Medicaid, patients can explore pharmacy savings cards, manufacturer assistance programs, or compare cash prices at different pharmacies to find the best available rate.
Is there a generic version of Mysoline?
Yes, the generic name for brand-name Mysoline is primidone. Generic primidone contains the same active pharmaceutical ingredient and is approved as a therapeutic equivalent, but it is usually available at a substantially lower price than the brand. While the brand medication may cost hundreds of dollars, the generic can often be obtained for a fraction of that cost, making it a cost-effective option for long-term management of seizure disorders.