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Velphoro Prices — US Pharmacy Cost vs Canada
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We don't have a directly comparable per-unit price for Velphoro yet — the full breakdown is below.
US · discount card
$1,574.47
per fill
Lowest listed pharmacy price
Canada
$4.99
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 500mg
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
 Kroger Pharmacy | $1,574.47Lowest | $1,577.47 | $4.08 |
 Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $1,574.47Lowest | $1,577.47 | $4.08 |
 Food Lion | $1,648.00 | $1,648.00 | $4.08 |
 CVS Pharmacy | $1,650.52 | $1,653.52 | $4.08 |
 Walgreens | $1,653.40 | $1,656.40 | $4.08 |
 Publix | $1,664.29 | $1,667.29 | $4.08 |
 Walmart Neighborhood Market | $1,690.74 | $1,693.74 | $4.08 |
 Walmart Pharmacy | $1,690.74 | $1,693.74 | $4.08 |
 Costco | $1,699.88 | $1,702.88 | $4.08 |
"Discount-card price" reflects a standard prescription discount card, not insurance. Prices change often — confirm at the pharmacy before filling.
Canadian pharmacy prices
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com | $4.99 | 270 | Free | $1,348.48Lowest |
 CanadianPrescriptionDrugstore.com | $4.99 | 270 | $14.95 | $1,347.00 |
 CanadaPharmacies.com | $5.04 | 270 | Free | $1,359.99 |
| CanadianPharmacyAdvantage.com | $5.15 | 90 | Free | $463.87 |
| CanadaPharmacies.com | $5.28 | 90 | Free | $474.99 |
| $6.18 | 180 | $14.95 | $1,111.89 | |
| $6.34 | 90 | $14.95 | $570.95 | |
 GoldStarMeds.com | $6.51 | — | $0.00 | $1,172.39 |
| GoldStarMeds.com | $6.77 | — | $0.00 | $609.20 |
 CanadaPharmacyPro.com | $6.94 | 180 | $14.95 | $1,249.91 |
 1800RxOnline.com | $7.24 | — | $0.00 | $1,302.66 |
 InhalersOnline.com | $7.26 | — | $0.00 | $652.99 |
| CanadaPharmacyPro.com | $7.27 | 90 | $14.95 | $654.09 |
| 1800RxOnline.com | $7.52 | — | $0.00 | $676.89 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $7.56 | 270 | $0.00 | $2,042.01 |
 LifeRxPharmacy.com | $7.57 | 270 | $14.95 | $2,043.85 |
| InhalersOnline.com | $7.78 | 90 | $0.00 | $700.51 |
 OffShoreCheapMeds.com | $7.79 | 270 | $14.95 | $2,104.26 |
| LifeRxPharmacy.com | $7.99 | 180 | $14.95 | $1,438.27 |
| OffShoreCheapMeds.com | $8.23 | 180 | $14.95 | $1,480.78 |
 SPFPharmacy.com | $9.32 | 270 | $9.95 | $2,515.80 |
| SPFPharmacy.com | $9.70 | 90 | $9.95 | $873.08 |
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 Velphoro.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Velphoro (Velphoro) cost without insurance?
At the US pharmacies in our data, the lowest listed discount-card price for Velphoro is around $1,574.47. Prices vary by pharmacy, dosage, and pack size, so use the table above to compare specific options near you.
How much does Velphoro (Velphoro) cost in Canada?
Canadian pharmacy listings in our data show Velphoro priced from about $4.99 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 Velphoro (Velphoro) 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. Check the comparison table above for the specific numbers on Velphoro.
Is a generic version of Velphoro available?
Generic and brand-name pricing for Velphoro 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.
How does insurance affect the price of Velphoro?
The out-of-pocket cost for Velphoro with insurance varies widely depending on your specific plan's formulary, deductible, and copay structure. Even with insurance, your copay might be high. In such cases, it can be worthwhile to compare the copay against the price available through a pharmacy discount program or coupon, which may sometimes offer a lower price than your insurance copay. Many national pharmacy chains accept such savings options.
Is Velphoro covered under Medicare plans, and what are the potential costs?
Velphoro is covered by many Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, but coverage details and patient costs depend on the specific plan. Costs can include premiums, deductibles, and copayments or coinsurance. Patients are encouraged to review their plan's formulary or speak with their pharmacist to understand their exact cost. For those looking to manage expenses, comparing the Medicare copay to the price offered by a separate prescription savings card can be a useful strategy.
Is a generic version of Velphoro available?
No, a generic form of Velphoro (sucroferric oxyhydroxide) is not currently available in the United States. It is manufactured as a brand-name medication by Fresenius Medical Care North America.