Full price comparison · US & Canada
How Much Does Valtrex Cost? — Save Up to 79% in the US
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
US · Cost Plus Drugs
$0.160
per unit
Published price, no card needed
Canada
$0.760
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 500mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $11.14Lowest | $14.14 | $14.99 | |
| $11.14Lowest | $14.14 | $14.99 | |
| $15.71 | $15.71 | $9.10 | |
| $17.20 | $20.20 | $9.10 | |
| $17.20 | $20.20 | $9.10 | |
| $18.97 | $21.97 | $9.10 | |
| $24.68 | $24.68 | $9.10 | |
| $25.48 | $28.48 | $9.10 | |
| $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 · 250 mgfrom $306.95
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5.00 | — | $0.00 | $600.38Lowest | |
| $5.12 | — | $0.00 | $306.95 |
Initial · 1000 mgfrom $46.27
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1.04 | 63 | $14.95 | $65.75Lowest | |
| $1.10 | 42 | $14.95 | $46.27 | |
| $1.47 | 84 | $0.00 | $123.28 | |
| $1.49 | 84 | $14.95 | $125.00 | |
| $2.32 | 21 | $0.00 | $48.73 | |
| $2.65 | 63 | $14.95 | $166.80 | |
| $2.76 | 42 | $14.95 | $115.99 | |
| $9.34 | 60 | $0.00 | $560.25 | |
| $9.64 | 84 | Free | $809.74 | |
| $9.80 | 84 | $9.95 | $823.52 | |
| $9.90 | 84 | Free | $831.99 | |
| $10.91 | — | $0.00 | $229.14 | |
| $11.39 | 21 | $9.95 | $239.18 | |
| $11.56 | 84 | $14.95 | $970.62 | |
| $12.12 | — | $0.00 | $254.60 | |
| $12.94 | 28 | $14.95 | $362.41 | |
| $16.93 | 4 | Free | $67.70 | |
| $19.23 | 4 | $0.00 | $76.91 | |
| $20.00 | 4 | Free | $79.99 |
Generic · 1000 mgfrom $24.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.760 | 270 | $0.00 | $205.94Lowest | |
| $0.850 | 270 | $0.00 | $228.82 | |
| $0.860 | 270 | $14.95 | $233.48 | |
| $0.880 | 180 | $0.00 | $158.56 | |
| $0.960 | 180 | $14.95 | $172.25 | |
| $0.980 | 180 | $0.00 | $176.18 | |
| $0.980 | 180 | $14.95 | $177.04 | |
| $1.01 | 90 | $14.95 | $91.19 | |
| $1.04 | 90 | $14.95 | $93.73 | |
| $1.06 | 180 | $14.95 | $191.39 | |
| $1.13 | 90 | $14.95 | $101.33 | |
| $1.23 | 90 | $0.00 | $110.52 | |
| $1.42 | 90 | $14.95 | $128.13 | |
| $1.67 | 90 | $14.95 | $150.00 | |
| $2.15 | 30 | $0.00 | $64.58 | |
| $4.90 | 100 | $9.95 | $490.00 | |
| $5.27 | 100 | $0.00 | $527.23 | |
| $6.24 | — | Free | $523.85 | |
| $6.36 | — | Free | $533.99 | |
| $6.71 | — | Free | $140.92 | |
| $7.19 | — | Free | $150.99 | |
| $8.00 | 3 | $0.00 | $24.00 | |
| $8.73 | — | $0.00 | $183.37 | |
| $8.89 | 3 | $0.00 | $26.67 | |
| $9.70 | — | $0.00 | $203.74 |
Brand · 1000 mgfrom $24.00
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.760 | 270 | $0.00 | $205.94Lowest | |
| $0.850 | 270 | $0.00 | $228.82 | |
| $0.860 | 270 | $14.95 | $233.48 | |
| $0.880 | 180 | $0.00 | $158.56 | |
| $0.960 | 180 | $14.95 | $172.25 | |
| $0.980 | 180 | $0.00 | $176.18 | |
| $0.980 | 180 | $14.95 | $177.04 | |
| $1.01 | 90 | $14.95 | $91.19 | |
| $1.04 | 90 | $14.95 | $93.73 | |
| $1.06 | 180 | $14.95 | $191.39 | |
| $1.13 | 90 | $14.95 | $101.33 | |
| $1.23 | 90 | $0.00 | $110.52 | |
| $1.42 | 90 | $14.95 | $128.13 | |
| $1.67 | 90 | $14.95 | $150.00 | |
| $2.15 | 30 | $0.00 | $64.58 | |
| $4.90 | 100 | $9.95 | $490.00 | |
| $5.27 | 100 | $0.00 | $527.23 | |
| $6.24 | — | Free | $523.85 | |
| $6.36 | — | Free | $533.99 | |
| $6.71 | — | Free | $140.92 | |
| $7.19 | — | Free | $150.99 | |
| $8.00 | 3 | $0.00 | $24.00 | |
| $8.73 | — | $0.00 | $183.37 | |
| $8.89 | 3 | $0.00 | $26.67 | |
| $9.70 | — | $0.00 | $203.74 |
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Valacyclovir Hcl (Valtrex) expensive if I don't have insurance?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $11.14 for Valacyclovir Hcl with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Valacyclovir Hcl (Valtrex) available through Cost Plus Drugs?
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.
What do Canadian pharmacies charge for Valacyclovir Hcl (Valtrex)?
We found Canadian pricing for Valacyclovir Hcl starting near $0.760 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Valacyclovir Hcl (Valtrex) 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.
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.