US pharmacy pricing
Thyrogen Cost Without Insurance — US Pharmacy Price Guide
Lowest price found · US pharmacies
$2,019.19/fill
for Thyrogen, across the pharmacies in our data
US pharmacy prices — 0.9mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 Kroger Pharmacy | $2,019.19Lowest | $2,022.19 | $4,301.35 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $2,019.19Lowest | $2,022.19 | $4,301.35 |
 Walgreens | $2,119.95 | $2,122.95 | $4,301.35 |
 Publix | $2,136.57 | $2,136.57 | $4,301.35 |
 Costco | $2,180.07 | $2,183.07 | $4,301.35 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Interchangeable forms
Per RxNorm (U.S. National Library of Medicine), these share the same active ingredient and strength as Thyrogen.
Frequently asked questions
Is Thyrogen (Thyrogen) expensive if I don't have insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $2,019.19 for Thyrogen with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Does Thyrogen have a generic equivalent?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Thyrogen is broken out in the tables above where both exist in our data. Generic versions are typically the lower-cost option, but availability depends on the specific formulation and dosage.
Is a generic version of Thyrogen available?
Thyrogen is a brand-name medication. Its active ingredient is thyrotropin alfa. A generic equivalent of thyrotropin alfa is not currently on the market.
What is Thyrogen and what is it used for?
Thyrogen is a brand-name prescription drug containing thyrotropin alfa, a synthetic form of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). It is used in the management of thyroid cancer. Primarily, it prepares patients for post-surgical testing to detect remaining cancer cells by elevating TSH levels, which allows for effective diagnostic scans after radioactive iodine is given. It is also used to help target and destroy residual thyroid cancer cells with radioactive iodine therapy, eliminating the need for patients to stop their thyroid hormone medication. Thyrogen is administered as two intramuscular injections, given 24 hours apart, before testing or treatment.
What side effects are commonly associated with Thyrogen?
Injection site reactions like pain, redness, and bruising are very common but typically resolve within a couple of days. Other frequently reported side effects include nausea, vomiting, headache, weakness, fatigue, and flu-like symptoms within the first 48 hours after injection. Allergic reactions, which may involve rash, itching, skin flushing, or breathing difficulties, are also possible.