Promethazine Hydrochloride Dextromethorphan, Promethazine Dextromethorphan

Promethazine/dextromethorphan is prescribed for cough and upper respiratory symptoms due to allergy or the common cold. It’s a generic medication available as the brand-name drug Promethazine DM. It comes as a syrup that you swallow. The cost with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.

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Written by Gary Heiting
Medically reviewed by Philip Ngo, PharmD
Updated on August 15, 2024

Cost of promethazine/dextromethorphan

This medication is a combination of two drugs: promethazine (proe METH a zeen) hydrochloride and dextromethorphan (deks troe meth OR fan) hydrobromide. For simplicity, we have shortened this to “promethazine/dextromethorphan” throughout this article.

Like other medications, the cost of promethazine/dextromethorphan can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:

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

To find out how much promethazine/dextromethorphan 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

Coupons for promethazine/dextromethorphan

Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of promethazine/dextromethorphan. 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.

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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.

FAQ

Common questions about promethazine/dextromethorphan’s cost

Here are some common questions and answers about promethazine/dextromethorphan.

How much can I save with a promethazine/dextromethorphan coupon?

Check the coupon list on this page for savings on promethazine/dextromethorphan at pharmacies near you when you use Optum Perks coupons. These prices apply if you don’t have insurance or your insurance policy doesn’t cover promethazine/dextromethorphan.

Is the cost of promethazine/dextromethorphan covered by insurance?

The cost of promethazine/dextromethorphan may or may not be covered by health insurance. It depends on your specific insurance policy.

To find out if promethazine/dextromethorphan is covered by your policy, call the number on the back of your insurance card. Also, ask about your policy’s deductible and whether a copay is required.

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
PDR by ConnectiveRx. (n.d.). https://www.pdr.net/

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This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine.

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