Amoxicillin: here's the fair price
This is what US pharmacies pay, on average, for amoxicillin. Use it to spot a fair cash price, and feel good about asking for one.
Amoxicillin 250 Mg Capsule
A fair cash price is usually this cost plus a dispensing fee. If your quote is many times higher, ask about a generic, another pharmacy, or a cash discount.
Ask for generic Amoxicillin 250 Mg Capsule. Pharmacies pay about $2.05 for 30. Ask your pharmacy for its cash price and compare it with your copay. A fair cash price is close to this cost plus a dispensing fee.
Source: CMS NADAC as of 2026-11-04. Ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic is right for you.
Source: CMS NADAC weekly file as of 2026-11-04. Median across NDCs with the same description. Public domain.
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Every strength and form
| Product | Pharmacy cost | 30 count | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMOXICILLIN 125 MG/5 ML SUSPGeneric | $0.02 per mL | n/a | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 250 MG/5 ML SUSPGeneric | $0.02 per mL | n/a | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 400 MG/5 ML SUSPGeneric | $0.04 per mL | n/a | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 200 MG/5 ML SUSPGeneric | $0.04 per mL | n/a | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 250 MG CAPSULEGeneric | $0.07 per tablet or capsule | $2.05 | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 500 MG CAPSULEGeneric | $0.08 per tablet or capsule | $2.38 | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 500 MG TABLETGeneric | $0.09 per tablet or capsule | $2.68 | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 875 MG TABLETGeneric | $0.15 per tablet or capsule | $4.63 | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 125 MG TAB CHEWGeneric | $0.21 per tablet or capsule | $6.27 | 10/21/2026 |
| AMOXICILLIN 250 MG TAB CHEWGeneric | $0.30 per tablet or capsule | $8.99 | 10/21/2026 |
Source: CMS NADAC, as of 2026-11-04. National average acquisition cost, not a retail quote.
Label basics
What it is used for (FDA label)
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Adults and Pediatric Patients Upper Respiratory Tract Infections of the Ear, Nose, and Throat: Amoxicillin tablets are indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible (ONLY β-lactamase-negative) isolates of Streptococcus species. (α- and β-hemolytic isolates only), Streptococcus pneumoniae , Staphylococcus spp., or Haemophilus influenzae . Infections of the Genitourinary Tract: Amoxicillin tablets are indicated in the treatment of infections due to susceptible (ONLY β-lactamase-negative) isolates of Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis , or Enterococcus faecalis . Infections of the Skin and Skin Structure: Amoxicillin tablets are indicated in the treatment...
Common side effects (FDA label)
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Anaphylactic reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Clostridioides difficile- Associated Diarrhea (CDAD) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] The most common adverse reactions (greater than 1%) observed in clinical trials of amoxicillin tablets or for oral suspension were diarrhea, rash, vomiting, and nausea. (6.1) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. at 1-866-850-2876 or FDA at...
Drug interactions (from the label)
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Co-administration with probenicid is not recommended. (7.1) Concomitant use of amoxicillin and oral anticoagulants may increase the prolongation of prothrombin time. (7.2) Co-administration with allopurinol increases the risk of rash. (7.3) Amoxicillin may reduce the efficacy of oral contraceptives. (7.4) 7.1 Probenecid Probenecid decreases the renal tubular secretion of amoxicillin. Concurrent use of amoxicillin and probenecid may result in increased and prolonged blood levels of amoxicillin. 7.2 Oral Anticoagulants Abnormal prolongation of prothrombin time (increased international normalized ratio [INR]) has been reported in patients receiving amoxicillin and oral...
Warnings (from the label)
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Anaphylactic reactions: Serious and occasionally fatal anaphylactic reactions have been reported in patients on penicillin therapy, including amoxicillin. Discontinue amoxicillin if a reaction occurs ( 5.1 ). Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCAR): Monitor closely. Discontinue if rash progresses. ( 5.2 ) Clostridioides difficile -associated diarrhea (CDAD) (ranging from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis): Evaluate if diarrhea occurs. ( 5.3 ) 5.1 Anaphylactic Reactions Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions have been reported in patients on penicillin therapy including amoxicillin. Although anaphylaxis is more frequent following...
Source: FDA drug label via openFDA, label effective 2023-12-18. Full label on DailyMed. Excerpts are verbatim and truncated. Read the full label and ask your pharmacist.