How much does Paxil cost without insurance?

Paxil (Paroxetine) 20 mg costs around $7.80 cash for the generic and $182.00 for the brand. Live prices on this page are verified within the last 72 hours.

What pharmacy has the cheapest Paxil?

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

How does a Paxil discount card work?

Show the discount card barcode to your pharmacist at checkout. They run it instead of insurance, and the cash price is reduced. No signup, no email, no insurance card needed.

Is the Paxil discount card really free?

Yes — the GoodRx card is free forever. BetterBuyRx makes no money on coupons. We also compare the card price to direct cash prices at Cost Plus and Costco, which are sometimes lower.

Mental Health

Paxil

Name: Paxil 20 mg (Paroxetine)
Brand: Paxil
SKU: paxil
Availability: InStock

Paroxetine · 20 mg · tablet · qty 30

SSRI for depression, anxiety.

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Common uses & information

Paxil is a brand of Paroxetine, a mental health medication supplied as tablet in a 20 mg strength. It is commonly used for sSRI for depression, anxiety.

An FDA-approved generic (Paroxetine) 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 20 mg	Rx	$182.00 — generic is cheaper, see recommendation	$7.80Generic recommended	96%

Clinical information

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Manufacturer & patient assistance programs

For patient assistance, check NeedyMeds and RxAssist.

FAQ

Is generic Paroxetine the same as Paxil?

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 $174.20 per fill (96% 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.