Albuterol
Sold as ProAir HFA, Ventolin HFA, Proventil HFA
Albuterol is a fast-acting rescue inhaler that opens the airways during an asthma attack or COPD flare.
As of August 2026, Albuterol (90 mcg) cash prices on BetterBuyRx start at $17.99 across 5 verified sources (lowest at Costco Pharmacy). The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $7.34 in the 303xx ZIP area (checked Aug 22, 2026); card prices vary by ZIP, so enter yours on the drug page for local pharmacy prices. Prices change; confirm at the counter.
What it treats
Acute bronchospasm in asthma, COPD, exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.
Typical dosing
1-2 puffs every 4-6 hours as needed. Frequent use means asthma is not controlled, see your prescriber.
Side effects
Tremor, fast heartbeat, jitteriness, headache.
Interactions to know
Beta blockers can blunt its effect. Caution with other stimulants.
Pregnancy & breastfeeding
Generally considered safe and preferred over uncontrolled asthma.
Live price snapshot
| Source | Type | Cash price |
|---|---|---|
| Costco Pharmacy | pharmacy | $17.99 |
| Costco Pharmacy | pharmacy | $17.99 |
| Walmart $4/$10 generic list | program | $24.00 |
| Mark Cuban Cost Plus | pharmacy | $46.38 |
| Mark Cuban Cost Plus | pharmacy | $46.38 |
Save with the free BetterBuyRx card
The BetterBuyRx discount card is free, no signup, no insurance needed. It recently showed $7.34 for Albuterol at a partner-network pharmacy in the 303xx ZIP area, card prices vary by ZIP, so enter yours on the drug page for local pharmacy prices. Show the card at the pharmacy counter; it can't be combined with insurance.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does Albuterol cost without insurance?
- As of the latest check, the lowest verified cash price we've found for Albuterol is $17.99 at Costco Pharmacy, across 5 verified sources. Cash prices are unregulated and vary by pharmacy, so compare before you fill and confirm the price at the counter.
- Is there a generic for Albuterol?
- Yes. Albuterol is the generic; it is also sold under brand names such as ProAir HFA, Ventolin HFA, Proventil HFA. The generic is typically far cheaper than brand and is what our verified cash prices reflect.
- Can I use the free BetterBuyRx discount card for Albuterol?
- Yes. The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $7.34 for this medication at a partner-network pharmacy in the 303xx ZIP area (checked Aug 22, 2026). Card prices vary by ZIP, enter yours on the drug page to see local pharmacy prices. Show the card (BIN, PCN, Group, and Member ID where required) at the counter; it can't be combined with insurance.
- Why does the price of Albuterol vary so much between pharmacies?
- U.S. cash prescription prices are unregulated, each pharmacy sets its own markup, and discount programs and mail-order sources widen the spread further (this is common across the Short-acting beta-2 agonist (rescue inhaler) class). That's why comparing verified prices before you fill can save money.
Clinical content reviewed by the BetterBuyRx clinical team.
Educational only. Not medical advice. Always confirm with your prescriber or pharmacist.