Amlodipine
Sold as Norvasc
Amlodipine relaxes blood vessels so your heart doesn't have to work as hard. Used for high blood pressure and angina.
As of August 2026, Amlodipine (5 mg) cash prices on BetterBuyRx start at $3.50 across 19 verified sources (lowest at Blink Health). The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $10.90 in the 752xx ZIP area (checked Aug 26, 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
High blood pressure, chronic stable angina, and coronary artery disease.
Typical dosing
Typical adult dose: 5-10 mg once daily.
Side effects
Common: ankle swelling, flushing, headache, fatigue.
Interactions to know
Simvastatin doses should generally be limited when taken with amlodipine.
Pregnancy & breastfeeding
Discuss with your obstetrician, limited human data.
Live price snapshot
| Source | Type | Cash price |
|---|---|---|
| Blink Health | pharmacy | $3.50 |
| H-E-B Pharmacy | program | $4.00 |
| Costco Pharmacy | pharmacy | $4.46 |
| Amazon Pharmacy RxPass | program | $5.00 |
| Amazon Pharmacy RxPass | program | $5.00 |
| Honeybee Health | pharmacy | $5.70 |
Save with the free BetterBuyRx card
The BetterBuyRx discount card is free, no signup, no insurance needed. It recently showed $10.90 for Amlodipine at a partner-network pharmacy in the 752xx 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 Amlodipine cost without insurance?
- As of the latest check, the lowest verified cash price we've found for Amlodipine is $3.50 at Blink Health, across 19 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 Amlodipine?
- Yes. Amlodipine is the generic; it is also sold under brand names such as Norvasc. 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 Amlodipine?
- Yes. The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $10.90 for this medication at a partner-network pharmacy in the 752xx ZIP area (checked Aug 26, 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 Amlodipine 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 Calcium channel blocker class). That's why comparing verified prices before you fill can save money.
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Educational only. Not medical advice. Always confirm with your prescriber or pharmacist.