Dicloxacillin
Dicloxacillin (dye kloks a SIL in) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for certain bacterial infections. Dicloxacillin is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of dicloxacillin with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Dicloxacillin (dye kloks a SIL in) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for certain bacterial infections. Dicloxacillin is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of dicloxacillin with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Capsule
- • 500mg
- • 40 Capsules
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Intro
Introduction
Written by Helen Marshall, BPharm, MRPharmS
Medically reviewed by Bryson Russell, PharmD, MHSA, MSc
Updated on January 12, 2024
Dicloxacillin (dye kloks a SIL in) is a generic medication that’s prescribed for certain bacterial infections. Dicloxacillin is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of dicloxacillin with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Read on to learn about dicloxacillin and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about dicloxacillin, including its uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Cost
Cost of dicloxacillin
Like other medications, the cost of dicloxacillin can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:
- your insurance plan, if you have coverage
- the pharmacy you use
To find out how much dicloxacillin costs, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. They may be able to suggest ways to save money on your prescription, including those described in this article. To find out what you’d pay using savings coupons, read the “Coupons for dicloxacillin” section.
Coupons
Coupons for dicloxacillin
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of dicloxacillin. The Optum Perks coupons above can provide significant savings on your prescription costs.
Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.
Available app for coupons
To make finding and using these coupons easier, you can download the Optum Perks app. To learn more about this prescription discount app, see this article.
Insurance and other considerations
Insurance and other considerations for dicloxacillin
Here’s a consideration about the cost of prescription drugs:
- Prior authorization. If you have prescription drug insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers the cost of dicloxacillin. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for dicloxacillin. The insurance company will decide whether to cover the medication. If a drug requires prior authorization and you begin taking it without this, you may have to pay the full price of the drug.
If you have questions about this, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Or contact your insurance company and talk with a representative.
If you don’t have a health insurance plan, let your doctor or pharmacist know. They may suggest online pharmacy options you could use. You can also ask them about ways to obtain health insurance coverage.
Generics vs. brand-names
Generics vs. brand-names
Dicloxacillin is a generic medication. It’s not available in a brand-name version.
A generic medication is an identical copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. (An active drug is the ingredient that makes a medication work.) Dicloxacillin is based on the brand-name version Dycill, which is no longer available.
Generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. And they’re thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name versions.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about generic and brand-name drugs.
FAQ
Common questions about dicloxacillin and cost
Here are some common questions about dicloxacillin and their answers.
How does the cost of dicloxacillin compare with the cost of penicillin?
Dicloxacillin and penicillin usually have similar costs. Both drugs are antibiotics that doctors prescribe for certain bacterial infections. Factors that may affect the price of these drugs include the amount of medication you’re being prescribed, your insurance plan, and the pharmacy you use.
When considering the cost of an antibiotic, keep in mind that not all antibiotics can treat the same infection. Different types of bacteria can cause different infections. And not all antibiotics work for the same infection.
When prescribing an antibiotic, your doctor will consider which antibiotics are likely to work for the infection you have.
To find out how the cost of dicloxacillin compares with other antibiotics that can treat your infection, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.
Why are costs different for brand-name drugs vs. generic drugs?
Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the studies needed to test how safe and effective they are.
Makers of a brand-name drug can sell their drug for up to 20 years. When the patent for a brand-name drug expires, other drugmakers can make and sell generic versions. A generic medication is an identical copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. (An active drug is the ingredient that makes a medication work.)
This competition may help keep costs of generic medications lower. Also, generic medications contain the same active drugs as brand-name medications. So they don’t require the same testing, which can be costly.
If you’d like to know more about the cost differences between brand-name and generic drugs, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
What to ask
What to ask about dicloxacillin
This article provides cost information related to dicloxacillin. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for dicloxacillin.
If you have more questions about paying for this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist. You can also contact your insurance company.
Here’s a list of questions you may want to ask regarding the cost of your medication:
- Does the cost of dicloxacillin depend on my dosage?
- Will the length of my treatment affect the cost of dicloxacillin?
- What are my options if I can’t afford my medication?
Resources
Resources
- Dicloxacillin sodium capsule. (2023). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/c17cd62d-ff5d-47ba-8673-3346c7f2365f/spl-doc
- Food and Drug Administration. (2023). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm
Disclaimer: Optum Perks has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.
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