Full price comparison · US & Canada
Banzel (Rufinamide) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 44% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Rufinamide, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$85.47
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.617
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$1.11
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 460ml of 40mg/ml
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $85.47Lowest | $88.47 | $82.49 | |
| $122.23 | $125.23 | $82.49 | |
| $238.00 | $238.00 | $82.49 | |
| $322.75 | $325.75 | $82.49 | |
| $322.75 | $325.75 | $82.49 | |
| $731.28 | $731.28 | $82.49 | |
| $904.33 | $907.33 | $82.49 | |
| $1,460.39 | $1,463.39 | $82.49 | |
| $1,460.39 | $1,463.39 | $82.49 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · 400 mgfrom $80.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RxOutreach.org | $1.11 | 180 | $0.00 | $200.00Lowest |
| RxOutreach.org | $1.33 | 60 | $0.00 | $80.00 |
| $4.55 | 120 | $9.95 | $546.00 |
Generic · 400 mgfrom $80.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RxOutreach.org | $1.11 | 180 | $0.00 | $200.00Lowest |
| RxOutreach.org | $1.33 | 60 | $0.00 | $80.00 |
| $4.55 | 120 | $9.95 | $546.00 |
Brand · 400 mgfrom $80.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RxOutreach.org | $1.11 | 180 | $0.00 | $200.00Lowest |
| RxOutreach.org | $1.33 | 60 | $0.00 | $80.00 |
| $4.55 | 120 | $9.95 | $546.00 |
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 Rufinamide.
Frequently asked questions
What's the cash price for Rufinamide (Banzel) in the US?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $85.47 for Rufinamide with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Rufinamide (Banzel) available through Cost Plus Drugs?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Rufinamide at roughly $0.617 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 Rufinamide (Banzel)?
We found Canadian pricing for Rufinamide starting near $1.11 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Rufinamide (Banzel) 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.
How can I determine my cost for Banzel with insurance?
Your out-of-pocket cost with insurance depends on your specific plan's formulary, deductible, and copay structure. Your pharmacist or healthcare provider can help calculate this. In some cases, using a pharmacy savings card might provide a lower price than your insurance copay. To ensure you get the best available price, ask the pharmacy to check both your insurance benefits and any applicable discount programs.
Is a generic equivalent for Banzel available?
Yes. Banzel is the brand-name version of the drug manufactured by Eisai Inc. The generic equivalent, rufinamide, is FDA-approved and contains the same active ingredient.
What is Banzel and how is it used?
Banzel (rufinamide) is an anticonvulsant medication prescribed to treat seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy that typically begins in childhood. It is approved for use in adults and children aged one year and older. Belonging to the dibenzazepine class of anticonvulsants, it is thought to work by modulating sodium channels in the brain to help control abnormal electrical activity. Important safety considerations include discussing your full medical history with your doctor, especially any heart, liver, or kidney conditions, a history of depression or suicidal thoughts, or a diagnosis of Short QT syndrome. Banzel can reduce the effectiveness of hormonal birth control; alternative non-hormonal methods should be used to prevent pregnancy. If you become pregnant while taking Banzel, notify your doctor promptly for appropriate monitoring.