US pharmacy pricing
Tigecycline Cost Without Insurance — US Pharmacy Price Guide
Lowest price found · US pharmacies
$65.90/fill
for Tigecycline, across the pharmacies in our data
US pharmacy prices — 50mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 CVS Pharmacy | $65.90Lowest | $68.90 | $57.78 |
 Publix | $105.58 | $108.58 | $57.78 |
 Kroger Pharmacy | $144.90 | $147.90 | $57.78 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $144.90 | $147.90 | $57.78 |
 Walmart Neighborhood Market | $157.60 | $160.60 | $57.78 |
 Walmart Pharmacy | $157.60 | $160.60 | $57.78 |
 Walgreens | $203.43 | $206.43 | $57.78 |
"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 Tigecycline.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Tigecycline (Tigecycline) cost without insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $65.90 for Tigecycline with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Does Tigecycline have a generic equivalent?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Tigecycline 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.
What is the brand-name equivalent for the generic drug tigecycline?
Tigecycline is the generic name for the medication. It is manufactured by companies such as Transo-Pharm USA LLC and Rochem International Inc. The original, brand-name version of this antibiotic is called Tygacil.
What is tigecycline, and how is it used?
Tigecycline is an FDA-approved generic antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, typically when other antibiotics are ineffective. It works by inhibiting bacterial growth and is only effective against bacterial infections, not viral ones like the common cold. Administered by a healthcare professional via a 30- to 60-minute intravenous infusion, the dosage is determined by your doctor based on your condition and other medications. If self-administering at home, carefully follow your doctor's instructions for preparation: gently swirl (do not shake) the vial; the reconstituted solution should be yellow-orange and free of particles or green discoloration. It's crucial to complete the entire prescribed course, even if symptoms improve, to prevent the infection from returning.
What are the potential side effects of tigecycline?
Common side effects of tigecycline include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, and pain or swelling at the injection site. Inform your doctor if these symptoms persist. More serious side effects requiring immediate medical attention can include signs of kidney problems, severe abdominal pain, unusual fatigue, hearing changes, irregular heartbeat, easy bruising or bleeding, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), or dark urine. This is not an exhaustive list, so discuss all potential risks and benefits with your healthcare provider.