Full price comparison · US & Canada

Atralin Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada — Save Up to 91% in Canada

Brand availableRx requiredAvailable US & Canadatube of gelHealth Canada DIN 02243914

Cheaper in Canada

0%

lower price for Tretinoin, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found

US · discount card

$166.10

per fill

Lowest listed pharmacy price

US · Cost Plus Drugs

$3.08

per unit

Published price, no card needed

Lowest

Canada

$0.290

per tablet

Lowest listed pharmacy price

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US pharmacy prices — 45gm of 0.05%

PharmacyDiscount-card priceRegular cash priceAverage retail
CVS Pharmacy$166.10Lowest$169.10$11.99
Walmart Neighborhood Market$203.56$206.56$11.99
Walmart Pharmacy$203.56$206.56$11.99
Walgreens$205.29$208.29$11.99
Costco$222.99$222.99$11.99
Publix$225.39$228.39$11.99
Kroger Pharmacy$248.95$251.95$11.99
Harris Teeter Pharmacy$248.95$251.95$11.99
Food Lion$250.10$250.10$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 · 0.1 %from $131.51
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$2.12$14.95$318.50Lowest
InhalersOnline.com$2.13$0.00$319.59
SPFPharmacy.com$2.15$9.95$322.62
SPFPharmacy.com$2.63$9.95$131.51
InhalersOnline.com$2.64$0.00$132.18
Generic · 0.01 %from $17.57
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.420$14.95$24.97Lowest
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.440$14.95$17.57
SPFPharmacy.com$1.12$9.95$84.27
InhalersOnline.com$1.58$0.00$118.47
SPFPharmacy.com$2.05$9.95$51.19
InhalersOnline.com$2.36$0.00$59.11
Generic · 0.025 %from $12.60
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.290Free$17.31Lowest
CanadaPharmacies.com$0.470Free$27.99
InhalersOnline.com$0.600$0.00$54.00
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$0.600$14.95$36.00
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.630Free$12.60
InhalersOnline.com$0.780$0.00$46.74
CanadaPharmacies.com$1.20Free$23.99
Generic · 0.05 %from $12.94
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.310Free$18.35Lowest
CanadaPharmacies.com$0.480Free$28.99
InhalersOnline.com$0.640$0.00$57.99
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.650Free$12.94
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$0.680$14.95$40.50
InhalersOnline.com$0.740$0.00$44.61
CanadaPharmacies.com$1.20Free$23.99
Generic · 0.1 %from $24.30
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.380$14.95$45.90Lowest
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.410$14.95$24.30
Brand · 0.01 %from $17.57
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.420$14.95$24.97Lowest
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.440$14.95$17.57
SPFPharmacy.com$1.12$9.95$84.27
InhalersOnline.com$1.58$0.00$118.47
SPFPharmacy.com$2.05$9.95$51.19
InhalersOnline.com$2.36$0.00$59.11
Brand · 0.025 %from $12.60
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.290Free$17.31Lowest
CanadaPharmacies.com$0.470Free$27.99
InhalersOnline.com$0.600$0.00$54.00
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$0.600$14.95$36.00
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.630Free$12.60
InhalersOnline.com$0.780$0.00$46.74
CanadaPharmacies.com$1.20Free$23.99
Brand · 0.05 %from $12.94
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.310Free$18.35Lowest
CanadaPharmacies.com$0.480Free$28.99
InhalersOnline.com$0.640$0.00$57.99
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.650Free$12.94
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$0.680$14.95$40.50
InhalersOnline.com$0.740$0.00$44.61
CanadaPharmacies.com$1.20Free$23.99
Brand · 0.1 %from $24.30
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.380$14.95$45.90Lowest
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.410$14.95$24.30

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 Tretinoin.

Other brand names
Atralin
Generic clinical forms
tretinoin 0.0005 MG/MG Topical Gel

Frequently asked questions

What's the cash price for Tretinoin (Atralin) in the US?

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $166.10 for Tretinoin with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

Is Tretinoin (Atralin) available through Cost Plus Drugs?

Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Tretinoin at roughly $3.08 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.

What do Canadian pharmacies charge for Tretinoin (Atralin)?

We found Canadian pricing for Tretinoin starting near $0.290 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.

Why is Tretinoin (Atralin) priced differently in the US and Canada?

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.

Is a generic form of Atralin available?

Yes, Atralin is the brand name for a topical tretinoin gel. The generic equivalent is simply called tretinoin gel, which contains the same active ingredient and is typically available at a lower cost. Savings programs and discount cards can often be applied to both the brand and generic versions at most pharmacies.

What is Atralin and how is it used?

Atralin is a topical prescription medication used to treat acne vulgaris, a skin condition characterized by blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples. Its active ingredient is a retinoid, a form of vitamin A, that works by increasing skin cell turnover. It is formulated as a gel and is not approved for use in children under ten years of age. Important safety information includes disclosing a fish allergy to your doctor, as the gel contains fish proteins. You should not use Atralin on sunburned or eczematous skin. Inform your healthcare provider of all your medical conditions and treatments, including other skin products, vitamins, and herbal supplements, as combining topical treatments can increase irritation. Apply Atralin exactly as prescribed, typically once daily to clean, dry skin at bedtime. Avoid excessive washing or scrubbing of the treated area. Sun sensitivity is increased during treatment, so limit sun exposure, wear protective clothing, and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher. Cold, windy weather may also irritate treated skin.

What are potential side effects of Atralin?

Common side effects of Atralin are primarily related to local skin irritation and may include redness, dryness, peeling, and blistering at the application site. These effects often improve as your skin adjusts to the medication. If these reactions are severe, persistent, or worsen, consult your prescribing doctor. This list is not exhaustive, and other side effects may occur.