Esomeprazole: here's the fair price
This is what US pharmacies pay, on average, for esomeprazole. Use it to spot a fair cash price, and feel good about asking for one.
Esomeprazole Mag Dr 40 Mg Cap
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 Esomeprazole Mag Dr 40 Mg Cap. Pharmacies pay about $3.84 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESOMEPRAZOLE MAG DR 40 MG CAPGeneric | $0.13 per tablet or capsule | $3.84 | 10/21/2026 |
| ESOMEPRAZOLE MAG DR 20 MG CAPGeneric | $0.14 per tablet or capsule | $4.19 | 10/21/2026 |
| ESOMEPRAZOLE DR 20 MG PACKETGeneric | $3.62 per tablet or capsule | $108.66 | 10/21/2026 |
| ESOMEPRAZOLE DR 40 MG PACKETGeneric | $4.37 per tablet or capsule | $131.02 | 10/21/2026 |
| ESOMEPRAZOLE DR 5 MG PACKETGeneric | $4.59 per tablet or capsule | $137.68 | 10/21/2026 |
| ESOMEPRAZOLE DR 10 MG PACKETGeneric | $4.65 per tablet or capsule | $139.54 | 10/21/2026 |
| ESOMEPRAZOLE DR 2.5 MG PACKETGeneric | $5.31 per tablet or capsule | $159.45 | 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)
Uses • treats frequent heartburn (occurs 2 or more days a week) • not intended for immediate relief of heartburn; this drug may take 1 to 4 days for full effect
Warnings (from the label)
Warnings Allergy alert: • Do not use if you are allergic to esomeprazole. • Esomeprazole may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: • skin reddening • blisters • rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use if you have: • trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools • heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness • chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness • frequent chest pain These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have • had heartburn over 3 months. This...
Source: FDA drug label via openFDA, label effective 2024-07-25. Full label on DailyMed. Excerpts are verbatim and truncated. Read the full label and ask your pharmacist.