Purixan (Mercaptopurine) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 35% in Canada

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $31.13 for Mercaptopurine with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Mercaptopurine at roughly $2.17 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.

We found Canadian pricing for Mercaptopurine starting near $1.41 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.

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.

Your out-of-pocket cost with insurance, or copay, depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary and the details of your prescription. To determine your exact cost, contact your insurance provider or speak with your pharmacist. It can be worthwhile to compare your insurance copay against the price available through other savings options, such as manufacturer coupons.

Mercaptopurine is typically covered under Medicare Part D prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage plans that include pharmacy benefits. The patient's cost share will depend on their specific plan. For those without coverage, exploring savings options like prescription discount programs may provide access to the medication at a reduced cash price.

Mercaptopurine is the generic name for the medication sold under the brand name Purinethol. Generic versions are manufactured by several pharmaceutical companies, including Mylan, Hikma Pharmaceuticals, and Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories.