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Free Medication Pricing Tool — Powered by Official CMS NADAC Data
Check real cash prices for 1,000+ prescription drugs using official NADAC government data. Compare generic vs brand drug costs, estimate monthly spending, and see how to save — in seconds.
Select a drug category to compare prescription costs and find the cheapest options in your class.
Search by generic name (e.g., "Atorvastatin") or brand name (e.g., "Lipitor"). The tool auto-suggests matching drugs as you type.
See the typical monthly cost based on official CMS pricing — the baseline before pharmacy markups.
Generic medications are FDA-approved equivalents that cost 80–90% less. The tool flags generics immediately.
Each result includes specific coupons, assistance programs, and pharmacy strategies for that medication class.
For generics especially, a GoodRx coupon is often cheaper than your insurance copay. Use the comparison to decide.
Americans overpay billions annually on prescriptions. Here are the proven strategies to slash your drug costs:
Generics are FDA-approved and chemically identical to brand-name drugs, but cost 60–90% less. Always ask your doctor "is there a generic?"
Free coupons from GoodRx, RxSaver, and Blink Health can cut costs 30–80% at major pharmacies including CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart.
Mark Cuban's costplusdrugs.com sells 2,500+ generics at cost + 15% markup + $5 dispensing fee — often dramatically cheaper than anywhere else.
Walmart, Publix, Kroger, and Fred Meyer offer hundreds of generics for $4–$10/month through their discount programs — no coupons needed.
Every major pharmaceutical company offers patient assistance programs for uninsured or underinsured patients. NeedyMeds.org and RxAssist catalog them all.
90-day supply fills typically cost less per pill than 30-day fills, and mail-order pharmacies like Express Scripts often add additional discounts.
How much can you actually save choosing generic over brand? Here are real examples from our NADAC data:
| Medication | Brand Name | Generic (monthly) | Brand (monthly) | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin | Lipitor | ~$1–$3 | ~$400+ | Up to 99% |
| Sertraline | Zoloft | ~$1–$3 | ~$450 | Up to 99% |
| Lisinopril | Zestril | ~$2–$5 | ~$80 | Up to 94% |
| Metformin | Glucophage | ~$1–$4 | ~$50 | Up to 92% |
| Escitalopram | Lexapro | ~$2–$5 | ~$450 | Up to 99% |
| Metoprolol | Lopressor | ~$3–$6 | ~$90 | Up to 93% |
| Gabapentin | Neurontin | ~$2–$5 | ~$270 | Up to 98% |
| Omeprazole | Prilosec | ~$2–$4 | ~$270 | Up to 99% |
The most searched questions about prescription drug costs — answered using real NADAC data.
Metformin costs between $0.01–$0.02 per tablet without insurance based on NADAC data. A typical 30-day supply costs $4–$10 at most pharmacies using a GoodRx coupon. Walmart, Publix, and Kroger offer Metformin for $4/month through their discount programs. Metformin is one of the most affordable medications available and is included on virtually every pharmacy's discount list.
Ozempic (semaglutide) costs approximately $332 per month without insurance based on NADAC median pricing data. With insurance, the copay typically ranges from $25–$75/month if the drug is covered. Novo Nordisk offers a savings card reducing it to $25/month for eligible commercially insured patients. Uninsured patients may qualify for Novo Nordisk's Patient Assistance Program. No generic semaglutide injectable is currently available.
The cheapest ways to get prescriptions without insurance are: (1) Request the generic — generics are 60–90% cheaper and FDA-approved. (2) Use a GoodRx coupon — free and typically reduces costs 30–80% at major pharmacies. (3) Check Cost Plus Drugs (costplusdrugs.com) — sells thousands of generics at near-wholesale prices. (4) Use pharmacy discount programs — Walmart and Publix offer generics for $4/month. (5) Apply for manufacturer assistance — most drug companies have free programs for low-income patients.
GoodRx is often cheaper than insurance for generic medications, especially if your plan has a high copay or deductible. For common generics like Atorvastatin, Lisinopril, Metformin, or Sertraline, GoodRx prices of $1–$10/month typically beat insurance copays. For expensive brand-name drugs like Ozempic, Humira, or Jardiance, insurance typically wins. Always compare your insurance copay against the GoodRx price before filling — pharmacists are required to give you whichever is cheaper if you ask.
Mounjaro (tirzepatide) costs approximately $539 per monthly injection without insurance. Eli Lilly's savings card reduces it to $25/month for commercially insured patients. Uninsured patients may qualify for Lilly's Insulin Value Program or patient assistance. As of May 2026, no generic tirzepatide is FDA-approved. Zepbound, which uses the same active ingredient for weight loss, costs approximately $526/month without insurance.
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the official drug pricing benchmark published weekly by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). It represents the average price retail community pharmacies pay to purchase medications from wholesalers. NADAC is the most transparent, government-sourced pricing data available and is used by Medicaid programs nationwide. Actual patient prices are higher due to pharmacy dispensing fees (typically $8–$15) and pharmacy markups, but NADAC provides the baseline for cost comparisons.
Lisinopril costs approximately $4 for a 30-day supply at Walmart through their $4 generic drug program — no insurance or coupon needed. The NADAC cost is $0.01–$0.06 per tablet. Using GoodRx at other pharmacies, Lisinopril is available for $2–$8/month depending on dosage and pharmacy. It is one of the most affordable blood pressure medications available.
Yes. Generic drugs are required by the FDA to be bioequivalent to brand-name drugs — meaning they have the same active ingredient, strength, dosage form, and route of administration, and perform the same in the body. The FDA's bioequivalence standards ensure the generic delivers the same amount of drug to the bloodstream at the same rate. Generics are approved only after rigorous FDA testing. They are manufactured under the same quality standards as brand-name drugs. The American Medical Association, FDA, and WHO all confirm generic drugs are equally effective.