\nCost-saving strategies for obtaining Valacyclovir without insurance include using coupons, comparing pharmacy prices, seeking discounts at community clinics or STD clinics, switching to Acyclovir, or discussing symptomatic treatments with a healthcare provider.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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<\/label>herpes simplex virus infections<\/span> (HSV) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV). These include <\/span>cold sores<\/span>, genital herpes, chickenpox, and shingles (herpes zoster). The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved its use in adults and children older than two. Valacyclovir arrests a herpes infection by preventing the virus particles from making copies of themselves to help manage and prevent outbreaks. Treatment is limited to three to 10 days. That will limit the cost for people without insurance coverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nRelated: <\/b>Valacyclovir HCl dosage<\/b><\/p>\nWhat is the brand name for valacyclovir HCl?<\/span><\/h2>\nValtrex<\/span> is the brand-name version of valacyclovir. The average cost of Valtrex varies. However, brand-name Valtrex prices are about two and half times greater than generic valacyclovir oral tablets. A pharmacist can substitute generic Valtrex in most cases if a healthcare provider prescribes the brand-name version since the two medications are identical.<\/span><\/p>\nIs valacyclovir HCl covered by insurance?<\/h2>\n People with health insurance or <\/span>Medicaid<\/span> are usually covered for valacyclovir. <\/span>Medicare<\/span> drug plans generally cover valacyclovir, but there may be exceptions. Insurance plans generally place valacyclovir in their lowest <\/span>copay<\/span> tiers, so the cost should be low. However, other policies will also determine the final <\/span>out-of-pocket<\/span> cost, such as <\/span>deductibles<\/span> or <\/span>coverage gaps<\/span>. Some Medicare plans may also cover valacyclovir purchases through <\/span>mail-order<\/span> from an online pharmacy. Make sure to check the plan details before ordering.<\/span><\/p>\nHow much does valacyclovir HCl cost without insurance?<\/h2>\n The cost of valacyclovir is more than other common generic drugs. For a prescription of 30, 500 mg oral tablets, the full cost will be around $200, an average price of $7 per tablet. Most prescriptions will involve three to 20 tablets, so expect to pay $21 to $140.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nIf cost is a concern, ask the prescribing healthcare professional about other antiviral medicines, including generic Zovirax (acyclovir), for the treatment of herpes. For 60, 400 mg acyclovir tablets, the cost is about $77. However, acyclovir must be taken four to five times daily, so 60 tablets is enough to last 12 to 15 days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nFor people without health insurance coverage, a prescription discount card may be the cheapest alternative. While the normal retail price of valacyclovir is $200 for 30 tablets, the lowest discount price for the same purchase is only $10.<\/span><\/p>\nRELATED: <\/b>Acyclovir vs. valacyclovir: Differences, similarities, and which is better<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\nValacyclovir HCl<\/span><\/td>\n $207 per 30, 500 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n $10 per 30, 500 mg tablets of generic valacyclovir<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nBrand-name valacyclovir HCl (<\/span>Valtrex<\/span>)<\/span><\/td>\n $493 per 30, 500 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n $10 per 30, 500 mg tablets of brand-name Valtrex<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nAcyclovir<\/span><\/td>\n $77 per 60, 400 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n $8 per 60, 400 mg tablets of generic acyclovir<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nFamciclovir<\/span><\/td>\n $242 per 21, 500 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n $13 per 21, 500 mg tablets of generic famciclovir<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nZovirax<\/span><\/p>\n(acyclovir<\/span>)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n
$643 per 1, 5 gm of 5% cream<\/span><\/td>\n $TK per 1, 5 gm of 5% cream of brand-name Zovirax<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nXerese<\/span><\/td>\n $1508 per 1, 5 gm of 5-1% cream<\/span><\/td>\n $1032 per 1, 5 gm of 5-1% cream of brand-name Xerese<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nDenavir<\/span><\/p>\n(<\/span>penciclovir<\/span>)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n
$1047 per 1, 5gm of 1% cream<\/span><\/td>\n $215 per per 1, 5gm of 1% cream of brand-name Denavir<\/span><\/td>\n See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nPrescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing. The listed price without insurance references the price of brand-name drugs (unless otherwise specified). The listed price references the price of generic drugs if available. Click the link under \u201cSavings options\u201d to see the latest drug prices.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHow to get valacyclovir HCl without insurance<\/h2>\n Without insurance, generic valacyclovir costs $7 per 500 mg tablet, a cost that could easily add up when treatment goes on for several days. Patient assistance programs may help with a brand-name Valtrex prescription but are usually not offered for generic drugs like valacyclovir. Fortunately, some tremendous cost-savings exist on generics, even higher-priced ones like valacyclovir. For instance, a <\/span> savings card<\/span> could reduce the retail price of valacyclovir and other prescription meds by more than 80%. You can buy Valtrex with a coupon, too.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Use a prescription discount coupon from <\/span><\/h3>\nThe lowest cash price for 30 tablets of valacyclovir is $10, a savings of $260 off the average retail price. Participating pharmacies offer different savings, but most discount prices are less than $22 for 30 tablets. Browse discount prices on \u2019s <\/span>valacyclovir HCl coupons page<\/span> for the best price at the closest local pharmacy. Read the FAQs section for additional savings and drug information.<\/span><\/p>\n2. Shop for the lowest price at local pharmacies<\/span><\/h3>\nBy comparing drugstore prices, you will find that the lowest retail price for 30 valacyclovir tablets is $120 less than the highest price. The savings can be considerable, but comparing pharmacy prices on prescription medications is difficult. Instead, get an instant price comparison on <\/span>\u2019s valacyclovir price average table<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\nGeneric medications may be available at community clinics or 340B providers at a discount. Genital herpes is considered a sexually transmitted disease (STD), so valacyclovir ointment or tablets may be free at STD or reproductive health clinics. Talk to a local healthcare official for help.<\/span><\/p>\n4. Switch to acyclovir<\/span><\/h3>\nValacyclovir itself does not do anything against HSV infections. Instead, the body converts it into acyclovir. That\u2019s the drug that fights off herpes. Instead of valacyclovir, people can use the generic version of acyclovir. The active ingredient is the same as the active metabolite of valacyclovir. It\u2019s just as effective and has the same common side effects but requires more frequent dosing. However, it\u2019s cheaper and comes in other formats besides oral tablets, such as topical formulations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n5. Ask the prescriber about symptomatic treatment<\/span><\/h3>\nHerpes flare-ups in healthy people typically go away on their own. Antiviral drugs like valacyclovir can speed up recovery by targeting the virus itself. If cost is a barrier, ask the prescriber for medical advice about over-the-counter drugs or supplements that can relieve symptoms while the body fights off the flare-up. If the flare is severe, your doctor may request you go forward with the antiviral treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
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