Azithromycin dihydrate Cost & Price Guide
Also sold as: Azithromycin Dihydrate
Despite being available as a generic, prices can vary. Using a discount card or checking different pharmacies can help reduce the cost significantly.
Per month, without insurance
Only brand-name versions currently available
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Cost Overview
Despite being available as a generic, prices can vary. Using a discount card or checking different pharmacies can help reduce the cost significantly.
Generic vs. Brand-Name Price
| Version | Typical Monthly Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin Dihydrate(brand) | $10–$50/month | Check manufacturer patient assistance programs |
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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 dihydrate 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 dihydrate . 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Azithromycin dihydrate Cost
What is AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Azithromycin is 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. Recommended dosages and durations of therapy in adult and pediatric patient populations vary in these indications. [see Dosage and Administration (2) ] Azithromycin is a macrolide antibacterial drug indicated for mild to moderate infections caused by designated, susceptible bacteria: Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis in adults (…
What is the recommended dosage for AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE?
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adult Patients ( 2.1 ) Infection Recommended Dose/Duration of Therapy Community-acquired pneumonia (mild severity) Pharyngitis/tonsillitis (second-line therapy) Skin/skin structure (uncomplicated) 500 mg as a single dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg once daily on Days 2 through 5 Acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis (mild to moderate) 500 mg as a single dose on Day 1, followed by 250 mg once daily on Days 2 through 5 or 500 mg once daily for 3 days Acute bacterial sinusitis 500 mg once daily for 3 days Genital ulcer disease (chancroid) Non-gonococcal…
How does AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE work?
12.1 Mechanism of Action Azithromycin is a macrolide antibacterial drug . [see Microbiology (12.4) ]
Who should not take AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE?
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Patients with known hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, any macrolide, or ketolide drug. ( 4.1 ) Patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use of azithromycin. ( 4.2 ) 4.1 Hypersensitivity Azithromycin is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to azithromycin, erythromycin, any macrolide, or ketolide drug. 4.2 Hepatic Dysfunction Azithromycin is contraindicated in patients with a history of cholestatic jaundice/hepatic dysfunction associated with prior use of azithromycin.
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