Full price comparison · US & Canada

How Much Does Valtrex Cost? — Save Up to 73% in the US

Brand availableRx requiredAvailable US & CanadatabletHealth Canada DIN 02320916

Cheaper in the US

0%

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

US · discount card

$11.14

per fill

Lowest listed pharmacy price

Lowest

US · Cost Plus Drugs

$0.160

per unit

Published price, no card needed

Canada

$0.600

per tablet

Lowest listed pharmacy price

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US pharmacy prices — 500mg

PharmacyDiscount-card priceRegular cash priceAverage retail
Kroger Pharmacy$11.14Lowest$14.14$14.99
Harris Teeter Pharmacy$11.14Lowest$14.14$14.99
Food Lion$15.71$15.71$9.10
Walmart Neighborhood Market$17.20$20.20$9.10
Walmart Pharmacy$17.20$20.20$9.10
Walgreens$18.97$21.97$9.10
Publix$24.68$24.68$9.10
CVS Pharmacy$25.48$28.48$9.10
Costco$26.99$26.99$9.10

"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.

Canadian pharmacy prices

Initial · 500 mgfrom $16.84
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
GoldStarMeds.com$0.600180$0.00$108.60Lowest
1800RxOnline.com$0.670180$0.00$120.67
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$0.700180$14.95$125.24
InhalersOnline.com$0.830300$0.00$247.86
medsengage.com$0.870180$14.95$156.24
SPFPharmacy.com$0.890300$9.95$266.70
medsengage.com$0.92090$14.95$82.72
OffShoreCheapMeds.com$0.930180$14.95$167.27
LifeRxPharmacy.com$0.950180$14.95$171.87
GoldStarMeds.com$0.96090$0.00$86.21
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.98090Free$88.24
OffShoreCheapMeds.com$0.98090$14.95$88.56
InhalersOnline.com$1.0090$0.00$89.76
LifeRxPharmacy.com$1.0190$14.95$90.99
1800RxOnline.com$1.0690$0.00$95.79
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$1.1090$14.95$99.00
GoldStarMeds.com$1.10$0.00$110.25
CanadaPharmacies.com$1.1290Free$100.99
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$1.1290$14.95$100.35
1800RxOnline.com$1.23$0.00$122.50
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$1.6810Free$16.84
InhalersOnline.com$1.8430$0.00$55.06
CanadaPharmacies.com$2.6010Free$25.99
InhalersOnline.com$3.0715$0.00$46.11
SPFPharmacy.com$4.598$9.95$36.75
GoldStarMeds.com$6.603$0.00$19.79
1800RxOnline.com$7.333$0.00$21.99
Generic · 250 mgfrom $306.95
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
InhalersOnline.com$5.00$0.00$600.38Lowest
InhalersOnline.com$5.12$0.00$306.95
Generic · 500 mgfrom $39.99
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.81084Free$67.85Lowest
LifeRxPharmacy.com$0.82090$14.95$73.39
OffShoreCheapMeds.com$0.84090$14.95$75.31
LifeRxPharmacy.com$0.86060$14.95$51.80
OffShoreCheapMeds.com$0.89060$14.95$53.16
CanadaPharmacies.com$0.94084Free$78.99
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$1.0090$14.95$90.00
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$1.0642Free$44.71
InhalersOnline.com$1.2490$0.00$111.96
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$1.30180$14.95$234.52
CanadaPharmacies.com$1.3342Free$55.99
GoldStarMeds.com$1.4690$0.00$131.43
1800RxOnline.com$1.6290$0.00$146.03
InhalersOnline.com$1.8484$0.00$154.60
InhalersOnline.com$2.7530$0.00$82.54
GoldStarMeds.com$2.8730$0.00$86.09
1800RxOnline.com$3.1930$0.00$95.65
InhalersOnline.com$4.0010$0.00$39.99
SPFPharmacy.com$5.1090$9.95$458.58
GoldStarMeds.com$5.80$0.00$173.93
1800RxOnline.com$6.44$0.00$193.26
SPFPharmacy.com$6.6430$9.95$199.24
Brand · 500 mgfrom $39.99
PharmacyPrice / tabletPack sizeShippingTotal
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$0.81084Free$67.85Lowest
LifeRxPharmacy.com$0.82090$14.95$73.39
OffShoreCheapMeds.com$0.84090$14.95$75.31
LifeRxPharmacy.com$0.86060$14.95$51.80
OffShoreCheapMeds.com$0.89060$14.95$53.16
CanadaPharmacies.com$0.94084Free$78.99
CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com$1.0090$14.95$90.00
CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com$1.0642Free$44.71
InhalersOnline.com$1.2490$0.00$111.96
CanadaPharmacyPro.com$1.30180$14.95$234.52
CanadaPharmacies.com$1.3342Free$55.99
GoldStarMeds.com$1.4690$0.00$131.43
1800RxOnline.com$1.6290$0.00$146.03
InhalersOnline.com$1.8484$0.00$154.60
InhalersOnline.com$2.7530$0.00$82.54
GoldStarMeds.com$2.8730$0.00$86.09
1800RxOnline.com$3.1930$0.00$95.65
InhalersOnline.com$4.0010$0.00$39.99
SPFPharmacy.com$5.1090$9.95$458.58
GoldStarMeds.com$5.80$0.00$173.93
1800RxOnline.com$6.44$0.00$193.26
SPFPharmacy.com$6.6430$9.95$199.24

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 Valacyclovir Hcl.

Other brand names
Valtrex
Generic clinical forms
valacyclovir 1000 MG Oral Tablet

Frequently asked questions

What's the cash price for Valacyclovir Hcl (Valtrex) in the US?

At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Valacyclovir Hcl is around $11.14. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.

Can I buy Valacyclovir Hcl (Valtrex) at a Cost Plus Drugs price?

Yes — Cost Plus Drugs lists Valacyclovir Hcl at roughly $0.160 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 Valacyclovir Hcl (Valtrex) cost in Canada?

Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Valacyclovir Hcl priced from about $0.600 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 Valacyclovir Hcl (Valtrex) 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.

What is the typical out-of-pocket price for Valtrex?

Without insurance, brand-name Valtrex can cost several hundred dollars for a standard supply. However, the generic version, valacyclovir, is widely available at a much lower price. Patients can often access additional savings through pharmacy discount programs or coupons, which can further reduce the cost at participating retailers.

How does insurance affect the price of Valtrex?

Your final cost for Valtrex (valacyclovir) with insurance depends on your specific plan's formulary, deductible, and copay structure. To get an accurate price, ask your pharmacist to run the prescription through your insurance. For those facing high copays or deductibles, exploring generic options and pharmacy savings programs can be a helpful way to manage expenses.

Is Valtrex covered under Medicare, and what are the costs?

Medicare Part D prescription drug plans may cover valacyclovir, but coverage for brand-name Valtrex can vary and may involve higher out-of-pocket costs. Patients are encouraged to check their plan's formulary for specific details. For those with limited coverage, the generic version is a cost-effective alternative, and savings from pharmacy discount programs can make it more accessible at many chain pharmacies.