Azithromycin Cost & Price Guide
Also sold as: Azithromycin
Azithromycin is a widely available and inexpensive generic medication. Using a discount card like GoodRx can often reduce the cost to under $10 for a typical course.
Per month, without insurance
Only brand-name versions currently available
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Cost Overview
Azithromycin is a widely available and inexpensive generic medication. Using a discount card like GoodRx can often reduce the cost to under $10 for a typical course.
Generic vs. Brand-Name Price
| Version | Typical Monthly Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin(brand) | $4–$20/course | Check manufacturer patient assistance programs |
Generic Manufacturers
The following companies manufacture FDA-approved generic versions of Azithromycin. Prices may vary between manufacturers and pharmacies.
Ways to Save on Azithromycin
Prescription Discount Cards
Free discount programs like GoodRx, RxSaver, and NeedyMeds can reduce the cost of azithromycin at most pharmacies. Compare prices before filling.
90-Day Supply
Ordering a 90-day supply through a mail-order pharmacy often costs less per dose than monthly fills. Check with your insurance plan or pharmacy benefit manager.
Patient Assistance Programs
If you're uninsured or underinsured, the manufacturer may offer a patient assistance program (PAP) that provides azithromycin at low or no cost. Visit NeedyMeds.org or the manufacturer's website.
Insurance Coverage
Most insurance plans, including Medicare Part D and Medicaid, cover azithromycin . Coverage and copay amounts vary by plan tier and formulary. Contact your insurance provider or check your plan's drug formulary to confirm coverage.
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Patient Assistance Programs (PAP)
If you're uninsured, underinsured, or cannot afford azithromycin, these programs may provide it at low or no cost.
Frequently Asked Questions About Azithromycin Cost
What is AZITHROMYCIN used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Azithromycin tablets are a macrolide antibacterial drug indicated for the treatment of patients with mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the specific conditions listed below. Azithromycin tablets are a macrolide antibacterial indicated for mild to moderate infections caused by designated, susceptible bacteria: Mycobacterial Infections ( 1.2 ) To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of azithromycin tablets and other antibacterial drugs, azithromycin tablets should be…
What is the recommended dosage for AZITHROMYCIN?
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION [see Indications and Usage (1) ] Not for pediatric use. For pediatric patients, please refer to the INDICATIONS AND USAGE and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION sections of the prescribing information for azithromycin for oral suspension 100 mg/5 mL and 200 mg/5 mL bottles. Azithromycin tablets may be taken without regard to food. However, increased tolerability has been observed when tablets are taken with food. Mycobacterial Infections ( 2.2 ) 2.2 Mycobacterial Infections Prevention of Disseminated MAC Infections The recommended dose of azithromycin tablets for the…
How does AZITHROMYCIN work?
12.1 Mechanism of Action Azithromycin is a macrolide antibacterial drug [see Microbiology (12.4) ] .
Who should not take AZITHROMYCIN?
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Patients with known hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, any macrolide, or ketolide antibiotic. ( 4.1 ) Patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use of azithromycin. ( 4.2 ) 4.1 Hypersensitivity Azithromycin tablets are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, any macrolide, or ketolide drug. 4.2 Hepatic Dysfunction Azithromycin tablets are contraindicated in patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use of azithromycin.
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