Antivirals Medications: Comparing Costs and Ways to Save
Antiviral medications treat infections such as influenza and chronic viral conditions. Costs vary widely — some are inexpensive generics used for short courses, while others are branded drugs for long-term treatment that can be expensive.
For the generic, short-course options, price comparison is usually enough. For higher-cost branded antivirals, manufacturer copay programs and patient-assistance foundations may help eligible patients. Each medication below links to a page with current pricing.
Antivirals medications (6)
Each medication links to its own page with live cash and discount prices. Prices vary by pharmacy, location, quantity, and eligibility.
- ValtrexSave 91%
Valacyclovir · 500 mg
from $18.40
- TamifluSave 72%
Oseltamivir · 75 mg
from $42.00
- ZoviraxSave 87%
Acyclovir · 400 mg
from $12.40
- Famvir
Famciclovir · 500 mg
Live prices on detail page
- Harvoni
Ledipasvir/Sofosbuvir · 90/400 mg
Live prices on detail page
- Tivicay
Dolutegravir · 50 mg
Live prices on detail page
Frequently asked questions
Why do prices for the same medication vary so much between pharmacies?
Cash prices are set by each pharmacy, not by a single national list, so the same drug and quantity can cost very different amounts across the street from each other. Discount-card prices, manufacturer arrangements, and a pharmacy's own contracts all move the final number. Comparing a few pharmacies before you fill is the simplest way to avoid overpaying.
Is help available for expensive antiviral treatments?
For higher-cost branded antivirals, manufacturer copay cards and nonprofit foundations may assist eligible patients, and some conditions have dedicated assistance programs. Eligibility varies, so review the terms. See our patient-assistance guide.
Could a generic version lower my cost?
When an FDA-approved generic exists, it usually costs far less than the brand while containing the same active ingredient. Whether a generic is appropriate for you is a clinical decision — ask your doctor or pharmacist. This page is about cost comparison only, not which medication you should take.
Related savings guides
- Patient Assistance Programs: Who Qualifies and How to Apply
How manufacturer and nonprofit patient assistance programs work, who typically qualifies by income, and what documents you need to apply.
- Generic vs Brand-Name Medications: Cost Differences Explained
How generic and brand-name medications differ in cost and FDA approval, with data on typical savings and what to ask your pharmacist.
- The Best Ways to Find Cheap Medicine, Ranked by Effort
A practical, ranked breakdown of ways to find cheaper medication, from a two-minute price check to longer-term assistance program applications.
This page is for cost and savings education only. It is not medical advice and makes no claims about which medication is right for you or how well any drug works. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your specific medications and coverage. Prices vary by pharmacy, location, quantity, and eligibility.
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