How DrugPrice.fyi Works
Finding your lowest prescription price in 4 simple steps.
Search Your Medication
Type the name of your medication into DrugPrice.fyi. You can search by generic name (like "metformin") or brand name (like "Glucophage"). Our database includes over 50 commonly prescribed medications in Austin.
We'll instantly search across 38+ local Austin pharmacies including CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Target, Kroger, HEB, Whole Foods, Amazon Pharmacy, and local independent pharmacies.
Compare All Your Options
We show you every available option for your prescription, side by side.
Local Pharmacy Options
We show prices from every pharmacy in Austin that carries your medication:
- Cash Price:What you'd pay out of pocket with no discount. Usually the highest price.
- Discount Price:What you'd pay with a free discount card like SingleCare or GoodRx.
Cost Plus Drugs
Cost Plus Drugs offers fully transparent pricing:
- Transparent Pricing:Cost + 15% markup + $2-3 shipping fee. You see the entire calculation.
- When It Saves Money:Often cheaper than local pharmacies for brand-name drugs or specialized medications.
- Mail Order:Usually 10-14 days delivery. Great for maintenance medications you take regularly.
Canadian Pharmacy Options
Same FDA-approved medications from licensed Canadian pharmacies at international pricing:
- Huge Savings:Often 50-80% cheaper than US prices for the exact same medication.
- Legal:FDA permits personal imports for 90-day supplies with a valid US prescription.
- International Shipping:2-3 weeks delivery. Not suitable for urgent needs, but great for maintenance drugs.
Choose Your Best Option
Compare prices, delivery times, and convenience. Your best option depends on your situation:
- Need it today? Drive to the cheapest local pharmacy.
- Maintenance medication? Mail order from Cost Plus or a Canadian pharmacy to save the most.
- Closest location? Check drive-through availability for convenience.
- Maximum savings? Compare Cost Plus and Canadian options if you can wait 2-3 weeks.
Get Your Medication
Once you've chosen, you have options:
- Local Pharmacy: Call the pharmacy and ask for the discount price, visit in person, or use their app/website.
- Cost Plus Drugs: Visit costplusdrugs.com, enter your prescription details, and order online for mail delivery.
- Canadian Pharmacy: We provide legitimate pharmacies. Upload your US prescription and order online.
Understanding Prescription Prices
Cash Price
The full retail price without any discount. Most people should never pay this price.
Example: Metformin 500mg (90 tablets)
Pharmacy's cash price: $45.99
Why so high? Pharmacies mark up drugs to cover overhead, staff, and profit. But most people don't pay this price.
Discount Price (SingleCare, GoodRx, etc.)
The negotiated price using a free discount card or pharmacy discount program. This is what most uninsured people should be paying.
Example: Metformin 500mg with SingleCare coupon
Discounted price: $4.50 for 90 tablets
How? The discount card negotiates directly with the pharmacy. You save 90% or more.
Note: You don't need an account with DrugPrice.fyi or GoodRx. Just use the coupon code at any participating pharmacy.
Cost Plus Price (Transparent)
Cost Plus Drugs charges a transparent formula: Cost of Drug + 15% Markup + $2-3 Shipping.
Example: Metformin 500mg (90 tablets)
Actual drug cost: $3.00
+ 15% markup: $0.45
+ shipping: $2.50
Total: $5.95 (vs $4.50 from local pharmacy)
When Cost Plus wins: For expensive brand-name drugs or controlled substances where local pharmacies have limited inventory.
Canadian Pharmacy Price
Same FDA-approved medications imported from licensed Canadian pharmacies. Significantly cheaper due to international pricing regulations.
Example: Atorvastatin 40mg (90 tablets) - commonly $100+ in US
Canadian price: $15-20 (including shipping)
Savings: 75-85%
When Canadian wins: For brand-name drugs, maintenance medications, or if you can wait 2-3 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DrugPrice.fyi free?+
Yes, 100% free. No ads, no premium tier, no data selling. We're committed to helping Austin residents find their lowest medication prices without any hidden costs or requirements.
Do I need insurance?+
No. All prices shown on DrugPrice.fyi are for uninsured, cash-paying customers. If you have insurance, your copay might be different, but the discount prices and Cost Plus prices are always available as a backup option.
How accurate are the prices?+
Prices are estimates based on public data and updated regularly. Actual prices may vary slightly by location, quantity, dosage, or brand vs. generic. Always call the pharmacy to confirm the exact price before visiting or ordering.
Do you sell my data?+
Never. We don't collect unnecessary data, and we never sell, share, or monetize your health information. We don't share with advertisers, data brokers, or third parties. Your privacy is protected.
How is DrugPrice.fyi different from GoodRx?+
GoodRx was fined $1.5M by the FTC in 2024 for sharing detailed health information with Facebook and Google. DrugPrice.fyi is different:
- We never sell your data
- We include Cost Plus and Canadian pharmacy options
- We're transparent about pricing mechanisms
- Founded by a doctor, not venture capital investors
Can I use DrugPrice.fyi results with my insurance?+
DrugPrice.fyi shows uninsured prices. If you have insurance, talk to your doctor about coverage and compare your insurance copay to our uninsured prices. Sometimes our uninsured prices beat your insurance copay.
Are the Canadian pharmacies legitimate?+
Yes. We only recommend licensed Canadian pharmacies that are regulated by provincial authorities. Importing is legal for 90-day personal supplies with a valid US prescription.
What medications are available?+
We currently cover 50+ commonly prescribed medications in Austin. We're constantly adding more. Search to see if yours is available. Not found? Email us and we'll add it.
Ready to Find Your Lowest Price?
Search your medication and see all your options.