How much does Lexapro cost without insurance?

Lexapro (Escitalopram) 10 mg costs around $7.40 cash for the generic and $212.00 for the brand. Live prices on this page are verified within the last 72 hours.

What pharmacy has the cheapest Lexapro?

Cost Plus Drugs and Costco typically have the lowest cash price for generic Escitalopram. CVS and Walgreens are the most expensive. Exact rankings update live above.

Which pharmacy has the cheapest Lexapro in 2026?

Mark Cuban Cost Plus currently has the lowest verified cash price for Lexapro (Escitalopram) at $4.07. Cost Plus Drugs and Costco are consistently the cheapest US pharmacies for most generics.

Is CVS or Walgreens cheaper for Lexapro?

Neither — both are typically 30–60% more expensive than Cost Plus or Costco. CVS and Walgreens consistently rank as the most expensive cash-pay pharmacies for Escitalopram.

How often do these prices change?

BetterBuyRx refreshes prices at minimum every 72 hours from public retail price feeds. Mail-order partners like Cost Plus and Amazon Pharmacy can change daily.

Mental Health

Lexapro

Name: Lexapro 10 mg (Escitalopram)
Brand: Lexapro
SKU: lexapro
Availability: InStock

Escitalopram · 10 mg · tablet · qty 30

SSRI for depression & anxiety.

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Common uses & information

Lexapro is a brand of Escitalopram, a mental health medication supplied as tablet in a 10 mg strength. It is commonly used for sSRI for depression & anxiety.

An FDA-approved generic (Escitalopram) is available and typically costs less than the brand — compare both cash prices in the table above before you fill.

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Price summary

Form	Class	Brand avg	Generic avg	Savings
tablet 10 mg	Rx	$212.00 — generic is cheaper, see recommendation	$7.40Generic recommended	97%

Clinical information

Typical dosing

Typical adult dose: 10 mg once daily; max 20 mg.

Side effects

Nausea, insomnia or drowsiness, sexual side effects, sweating. Black-box warning for suicidal thoughts in adolescents/young adults.

Interactions to know

Do not combine with MAOIs. Watch for QT prolongation at higher doses.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Risk-benefit discussion with prescriber.

Clinical content reviewed by the BetterBuyRx clinical team. Read the full wiki entry and sources →

Manufacturer & patient assistance programs

For patient assistance, check NeedyMeds and RxAssist.

FAQ

Is generic Escitalopram the same as Lexapro?

Yes. The FDA requires generics to contain the same active ingredient at the same strength as the brand. Inactive ingredients (binders, dyes) may differ.

How much can I save by choosing the generic?

On average $204.60 per fill (97% off the brand price). Savings vary by pharmacy — see live prices above.

Do I need insurance to get this price?

No. The prices shown on BetterBuyRx are cash prices. Often these beat insurance copays for generics.

How often is this price updated?

At minimum every 72 hours. Many sources refresh every few hours.

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Information for general comparison only. Not medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist.