Amoxicillin price — how to find the best price today

Amoxicillin is usually inexpensive as a generic. Cash price for a common 7–10 day adult course (500 mg taken three times a day) often runs $10–$40 at U.S. pharmacies; 250 mg tablets or pediatric suspensions can vary more. Prices depend on strength, quantity, manufacturer, and the pharmacy you choose. Don’t trust sellers who offer antibiotics without a prescription — that’s a safety risk.

Where prices vary

Retail chains and discount big-box pharmacies often advertise the lowest headline prices. Independent pharmacies sometimes match or offer loyalty discounts. Discount card sites like GoodRx or SingleCare can cut cash costs dramatically — use them before you pay. Mail-order and large online pharmacies may offer low unit prices but remember antibiotics are short courses, so shipping time and charges can offset savings.

Brand-name amoxicillin products and combination drugs (like amoxicillin/clavulanate) usually cost more than plain generic amoxicillin. Liquid suspensions and chewables cost more per dose than tablets or capsules. Package size matters: a 30‑pill bottle often lowers per-pill cost compared to 10 or 14 pills. Your insurance plan, deductibles, and pharmacy network all affect your out-of-pocket price.

Smart ways to cut costs

Ask your prescriber to write “generic is okay” and to match the quantity to the prescribed course. Compare the unit price — divide the total price by number of pills — rather than only looking at the total. Call two or three pharmacies, try a discount card, and check the pharmacist’s price for cash versus insurance. For chronic needs, a 90‑day mail-order option may help, but antibiotics are generally short-term so focus on local deals.

Always buy from licensed pharmacies. Look for NABP/VIPPS or local regulatory information on the site. Avoid sellers offering no-prescription sales or prices that seem too good to be true. Counterfeit or improperly stored antibiotics can fail to treat infections and cause harm.

Example: a 21‑count of 500 mg tablets might be $12 with a coupon at a discount chain and $30 at a small pharmacy. A 100 mL pediatric suspension often costs $8–$25. If cost is still a problem, ask your clinician whether a cheaper alternative antibiotic suits your infection. Keep unused antibiotics out of reach and return them to a pharmacy take-back program if required.

Get a clear prescription (dose, form, days supply), compare prices (GoodRx, local pharmacies, mail-order), use a discount card or coupon, confirm the pharmacy’s license, and never buy without a prescription.

If you have low income, check community health centers and state-funded clinics — they often have low-cost or free prescriptions and sample programs. Some pharmacies have price-match or generic guarantee programs; ask to speak with a manager. For travel, carry a paper copy of your prescription and buy from a licensed pharmacy at your destination. Use the PharmacyChecker or NABP lists to verify online stores. Small steps like this save money and keep treatment safe.