Cheap generics
How to pay less for finasteride
Finasteride is a generic, so it’s usually inexpensive. The price for the same pill can still vary a lot, so compare three places before you fill it.
- Check TrumpRx.govThe federal site lists it with partner pharmacy prices: Finasteride.
- Check Cost Plus DrugsMark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs sells many generics by mail at a published markup.
- Ask your pharmacy for two pricesYour insurance copay and the cash price with a free discount card. Sometimes cash is lower than your copay.
Cost tip for finasteride: Both strengths are low-cost generics. Only split tablets if your doctor and pharmacist say so, and anyone who is or may become pregnant shouldn’t handle crushed or broken tablets.
Your options, by how you pay
| If you have | Start here |
|---|---|
| No insurance | Compare the three cash prices above. A community health center pharmacy may be cheaper still. |
| Job or marketplace plan | Generics are usually on your plan’s lowest tier. If your copay is higher than a cash price, ask the pharmacist to compare. Cash usually won’t count toward your deductible. |
| Medicare | Usually a low copay on most drug plans. Extra Help caps generics at $5.10 in 2026. A plan’s preferred pharmacy can cost less. |
| Medicaid | Usually covered for a small copay or none. |
Ways to pay even less
- Ask for a 90-day supply once your dose is stable. It often costs less per pill.
- Try mail order through your plan or a cash-price pharmacy.
- If you use more than one pharmacy, give each one your full medication list so they can check for interactions.
- Never skip doses or split pills to save money without asking your doctor or pharmacist.
Common questions
Is generic finasteride as good as Proscar?
Yes. The FDA requires generics to have the same active ingredient, strength and dosage form as the brand and to work the same way in the body. They usually cost far less.
Is finasteride on TrumpRx?
Yes. As of October 1, 2026, TrumpRx.gov lists it: Finasteride. Prices on TrumpRx come from partner pharmacies and change, so check the current price before you buy.
Does Medicare cover finasteride?
Most Medicare drug plans cover common generics, usually on their lowest-cost tiers. Check your plan’s drug list. With Extra Help, a generic costs no more than $5.10 in 2026. Cash purchases usually don’t count toward your $2,100 yearly limit.
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This page explains cost options only and is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before changing how you take a medication. Sources: TrumpRx.gov, FDA: generic drug facts.
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