Full price comparison · US & Canada
Ziagen (Abacavir Sulfate) Rx Price Comparison: US vs Canada — Save Up to 88% 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
$2.55
per tablet
Lowest listed pharmacy price
US pharmacy prices — 20mg/ml
| Pharmacy | Discount-card price | Regular cash price | Average retail |
|---|---|---|---|
| $48.63Lowest | $51.63 | $20.10 | |
| $48.91 | $51.91 | $20.10 | |
| $49.40 | $49.40 | $20.10 | |
| $56.45 | $56.45 | $20.10 | |
| $58.48 | $61.48 | $20.10 | |
| $58.48 | $61.48 | $20.10 | |
| $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
| Pharmacy | Price / tablet | Pack size | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.55 | 180 | Free | $459.47Lowest | |
| $2.62 | 180 | Free | $470.99 | |
| $2.79 | 60 | Free | $167.47 | |
| $2.98 | 60 | Free | $178.99 | |
| $4.56 | 180 | $0.00 | $821.16 | |
| $4.85 | 60 | $0.00 | $290.85 | |
| $5.77 | 120 | $14.95 | $692.64 | |
| $9.22 | 180 | $14.95 | $1,659.85 | |
| $9.66 | 120 | $14.95 | $1,159.75 | |
| $9.77 | — | $0.00 | $586.07 | |
| $10.13 | 180 | $14.95 | $1,823.84 | |
| $10.64 | 180 | $14.95 | $1,915.03 | |
| $10.85 | — | $0.00 | $651.19 | |
| $10.99 | 60 | $14.95 | $659.66 | |
| $11.40 | 180 | $9.95 | $2,052.75 | |
| $11.61 | 60 | $9.95 | $696.68 | |
| $12.11 | 180 | $14.95 | $2,179.54 | |
| $12.67 | 120 | $0.00 | $1,520.34 | |
| $12.78 | 120 | $14.95 | $1,533.75 | |
| $12.83 | 60 | $0.00 | $769.51 |
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?
Our most recent US pharmacy data shows a low of roughly $48.63 for Abacavir Sulfate with a standard discount card. That figure moves with dosage and quantity — check the comparison table for the exact combination you need.
Is Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen) available through Cost Plus Drugs?
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.
What do Canadian pharmacies charge for Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen)?
We found Canadian pricing for Abacavir Sulfate starting near $2.55 per tablet in USD terms. That's before any shipping charge, which the table above breaks out separately.
Why is Abacavir Sulfate (Ziagen) 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.
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.