Full price comparison · US & Canada
Ziagen Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada — Save Up to 99% in the US
Cheaper in the US
0%
lower price for Abacavir Sulfate, based on the lowest comparable per-unit prices we found
US · discount card
$48.63
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.305
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$24.03
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 20mg/ml
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 CVS Pharmacy | $48.63Lowest | $51.63 | $20.10 |
 Walgreens | $48.91 | $51.91 | $20.10 |
 Food Lion | $49.40 | $49.40 | $20.10 |
 Costco | $56.45 | $56.45 | $20.10 |
 Kroger Pharmacy | $58.48 | $61.48 | $20.10 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $58.48 | $61.48 | $20.10 |
 Publix | $297.99 | $297.99 | $20.10 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
Initial · 300 mg/150 mg/300 mg
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 GoldStarMeds.com | $24.03 | — | $0.00 | $1,441.52Lowest |
 1800RxOnline.com | $26.69 | — | $0.00 | $1,601.69 |
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 Abacavir Sulfate.
Frequently asked questions
Is Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen) expensive if I don't have insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Abacavir Sulfate is around $48.63. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
Can I buy Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?
Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Abacavir Sulfate at roughly $0.305 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.
How much does Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Abacavir Sulfate priced from about $24.03 per tablet (converted to USD), before shipping. Pack size and pharmacy both affect the final total — see the Canada pricing table for specifics.
Why does Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen) cost more in one country than the other?
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 much does Ziagen cost with insurance?
The cost of Ziagen with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary, copay structure, and deductible. You should contact your insurance provider directly to confirm coverage and your expected share of the cost. If your plan does not cover Ziagen, or if the out-of-pocket cost is high, you may explore using a pharmacy savings program or generic substitution. Patients with Medicare or Medicaid should check with their plan administrator regarding coverage; if the medication is not covered, a prescription discount card may be an alternative to explore for potential savings.