Full price comparison · US & Canada

Norvir Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada — Save Up to 60% in the US

Brand availableRx requiredAvailable US & CanadatabletHealth Canada DIN 02229137

Cheaper in the US

0%

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

US · discount card

$34.96

per fill

Lowest listed pharmacy price

Lowest

US · Cost Plus Drugs

$0.428

per unit

Published price, no card needed

Canada

$1.06

per tablet

Lowest listed pharmacy price

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US pharmacy prices — 100mg

PharmacyDiscount-card priceRegular cash priceAverage retail
CVS Pharmacy$34.96Lowest$37.96$12.19
Kroger Pharmacy$50.21$53.21$12.19
Harris Teeter Pharmacy$50.21$53.21$12.19
Walgreens$51.06$54.06$12.19
Food Lion$55.67$55.67$12.19
Publix$150.59$150.59$12.19
Costco$278.99$278.99$12.19

"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 $63.78
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
medsengage.com$1.0660$14.95$63.78Lowest
medsengage.com$1.2190$14.95$109.34
LifeRxPharmacy.com$1.27180$14.95$227.85
OffShoreCheapMeds.com$1.36180$14.95$245.00
LifeRxPharmacy.com$1.3990$14.95$125.32
OffShoreCheapMeds.com$1.5090$14.95$134.75
InhalersOnline.com$2.1190$0.00$189.99
SPFPharmacy.com$2.2390$9.95$200.55
SPFPharmacy.com$2.6430$9.95$79.28
InhalersOnline.com$2.6730$0.00$79.99
Generic · Defaultfrom $77.07
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$2.1290$14.95$191.00Lowest
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$2.2990$14.95$205.77
SPFPharmacy.com$2.3490$9.95$210.48
GoldStarMeds.com$2.3790$0.00$212.92
LifeRxPharmacy.com$2.3890$14.95$214.14
LifeRxPharmacy.com$2.4660$14.95$147.32
InhalersOnline.com$2.4890$0.00$223.26
SPFPharmacy.com$2.5730$9.95$77.07
1800RxOnline.com$2.6390$0.00$236.58
InhalersOnline.com$2.8990$0.00$260.43
InhalersOnline.com$3.0430$0.00$91.34
InhalersOnline.com$3.1530$0.00$94.58
GoldStarMeds.com$3.63$0.00$108.86
1800RxOnline.com$4.03$0.00$120.95
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$4.0430$14.95$121.22
Brand · Defaultfrom $77.07
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$2.1290$14.95$191.00Lowest
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$2.2990$14.95$205.77
SPFPharmacy.com$2.3490$9.95$210.48
GoldStarMeds.com$2.3790$0.00$212.92
LifeRxPharmacy.com$2.3890$14.95$214.14
LifeRxPharmacy.com$2.4660$14.95$147.32
InhalersOnline.com$2.4890$0.00$223.26
SPFPharmacy.com$2.5730$9.95$77.07
1800RxOnline.com$2.6390$0.00$236.58
InhalersOnline.com$2.8990$0.00$260.43
InhalersOnline.com$3.0430$0.00$91.34
InhalersOnline.com$3.1530$0.00$94.58
GoldStarMeds.com$3.63$0.00$108.86
1800RxOnline.com$4.03$0.00$120.95
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$4.0430$14.95$121.22

Canadian prices are converted to USD at the time of listing and shown before any duties. Shipping and delivery times vary by pharmacy.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ritonavir (Norvir) expensive if I don't have insurance?

Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $34.96 for Ritonavir with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.

Is Ritonavir (Norvir) available through Cost Plus Drugs?

Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Ritonavir at roughly $0.428 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 Ritonavir (Norvir)?

We found Canadian pricing for Ritonavir starting near $1.06 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.

Why is Ritonavir (Norvir) 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 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 a generic version of Norvir available?

Yes. The active pharmaceutical ingredient in Norvir is ritonavir, which is available as a generic drug manufactured by several companies, including West-Ward, Zydus, and Aurobindo.

What is Norvir, and how is it used?

Norvir is a brand-name antiviral medication prescribed to manage HIV-1 infection. Its active component, ritonavir, works by blocking an enzyme the virus needs to replicate. By reducing the viral load in the body, it helps control HIV and lowers the risk of developing AIDS-defining illnesses and serious opportunistic infections. Norvir is typically taken as a fixed-dose oral tablet twice daily, as directed by a healthcare professional.

What are the common and serious side effects associated with Norvir?

Common side effects can include gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and stomach pain. Other frequently reported effects are headache, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, weight loss, joint pain, overactive thyroid, nerve-related sensations (tingling or numbness), liver enzyme changes, and elevated blood sugar. Mood changes are also common. While rare, severe allergic reactions are possible and require immediate medical attention. These can manifest as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a serious condition involving widespread blistering, rash, peeling skin, and fever. If you experience symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing, stop taking Norvir and seek urgent medical care. This list is not exhaustive; discuss any questions or concerns about side effects with your prescribing physician or pharmacist.