Full price comparison · US & Canada

Rifabutin (Rifabutin) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 81% in Canada

GenericRx requiredAvailable US & CanadacapsuleHealth Canada DIN 02063786

Cheaper in Canada

0%

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

US · discount card

$392.13

per fill

Lowest listed pharmacy price

US · Cost Plus Drugs

$5.69

per unit

Published price, no card needed

Lowest

Canada

$1.08

per tablet

Lowest listed pharmacy price

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US pharmacy prices — 150mg

PharmacyDiscount-card priceRegular cash priceAverage retail
CVS Pharmacy$392.13Lowest$395.13$17.49
Publix$525.83$528.83$17.49
Walgreens$527.98$530.98$17.49
Food Lion$568.40$568.40$17.49
Kroger Pharmacy$618.48$621.48$17.49
Harris Teeter Pharmacy$618.48$621.48$17.49
Costco$849.72$849.72$17.49

"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 $16.21
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$1.08Free$129.72Lowest
CanadaPharmacies.com$1.17Free$140.99
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$2.70Free$16.21
CanadaPharmacies.com$4.50Free$26.99
Generic · Defaultfrom $355.46
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$6.34$14.95$380.51Lowest
SPFPharmacy.com$6.63$9.95$662.50
GoldStarMeds.com$6.64$0.00$664.10
GoldStarMeds.com$6.86$0.00$411.55
InhalersOnline.com$7.14$0.00$714.42
1800RxOnline.com$7.38$0.00$737.89
1800RxOnline.com$7.62$0.00$457.28
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$7.67$14.95$460.00
InhalersOnline.com$10.89$0.00$979.71
InhalersOnline.com$11.85$0.00$355.46
Brand · Defaultfrom $355.46
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$6.34$14.95$380.51Lowest
SPFPharmacy.com$6.63$9.95$662.50
GoldStarMeds.com$6.64$0.00$664.10
GoldStarMeds.com$6.86$0.00$411.55
InhalersOnline.com$7.14$0.00$714.42
1800RxOnline.com$7.38$0.00$737.89
1800RxOnline.com$7.62$0.00$457.28
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$7.67$14.95$460.00
InhalersOnline.com$10.89$0.00$979.71
InhalersOnline.com$11.85$0.00$355.46

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 Rifabutin.

Other brand names
Mycobutin
Generic clinical forms
rifabutin 150 MG Oral Capsule

Frequently asked questions

How much does Rifabutin cost without insurance?

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $392.13 for Rifabutin with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

Is Rifabutin available through Cost Plus Drugs?

Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Rifabutin at roughly $5.69 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 Rifabutin?

We found Canadian pricing for Rifabutin starting near $1.08 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.

Why is Rifabutin 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.

How is the cost of Rifabutin determined with insurance coverage?

Your copay for Rifabutin under an insurance plan will vary based on your specific policy's formulary and benefit structure. It's best to contact your insurance provider directly for precise cost details. In some cases, the price available through a pharmacy discount card may be lower than your insurance copay, so it can be worthwhile to compare both options.

Is Rifabutin covered by Medicare, and what would a beneficiary typically pay?

As a generic medication, Rifabutin is generally covered under Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans. The exact copay amount depends on the plan's design, the prescribed dosage, and the pharmacy used. For those not eligible for Medicare or seeking additional savings, prescription discount coupons can help lower the retail price.

Is there a brand-name equivalent for the generic drug Rifabutin?

Yes. Rifabutin is the generic name for the medication, which is produced by Lupin and other manufacturers. The original brand-name version is called Mycobutin, manufactured by Pfizer. Patients can ask their pharmacist about availability and potential cost-saving options for either version.