Acyclovir (cream)

Written by Claire Brocato
Medically reviewed by Philip Ngo, PharmD
Updated on August 21, 2024

Cost of acyclovir cream

Like other medications, the cost of acyclovir cream can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:

• your insurance plan, if you have coverage
• the pharmacy you use
• the quantity prescribed

To find out how much acyclovir cream 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 the drug costs when using Optum Perks coupons, see the prices shown on this page.

Coupons for acyclovir cream

Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of acyclovir cream. The Optum Perks coupons on this page can provide significant savings on your prescription costs.

Drug prices often vary between pharmacies such as CVS, Walmart, Rite Aid, and local pharmacies. Check the Optum Perks coupon list on this page to find discounts available at pharmacies near you.

Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with 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.

Common questions about acyclovir cream’s cost

Here are some common questions and answers about acyclovir cream.  

How much does acyclovir cream cost without insurance?

If you don’t have insurance, the price you’ll pay for acyclovir cream can vary based on several factors, such as:

• the quantity prescribed
• your dosage
• whether you use cost-saving coupons, like the ones in the “Coupons” section on this page
• whether you qualify for any savings program
• the pharmacy you use

One way to find out what a medication will cost without insurance is to search for the list price on the drug manufacturer’s website. But keep in mind that your cost may be less than the list price, especially if you use a drug coupon or qualify for other savings programs.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to learn more about ways to lower your cost of acyclovir cream.

Does acyclovir cream cost less than the brand-name version of this drug?

Because acyclovir cream is the generic version of the brand-name drug Zovirax, it is typically less expensive than the brand-name version.

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 patent and 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. This competition may help keep costs of generic medications lower. Also, generic medications contain the same active ingredients 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 difference between acyclovir cream and Zovirax, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Can you use a coupon to lower your cost of acyclovir cream?

Yes, you can use coupons to help save money on the cost of acyclovir cream.

If you don’t have insurance, you can use a drug coupon like the ones on this page. You can also talk with your doctor or pharmacist about savings programs that may be available to you.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about coupons you can use for acyclovir cream.

Resources

• Food and Drug Administration. (2024). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm  
• Acyclovir – acyclovir cream. (2024). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/67a7ab8b-4b85-4f7b-8ae0-3dcdc273ed69/spl-doc?