Polyethylene: here's the fair price
This is what US pharmacies pay, on average, for polyethylene. Use it to spot a fair cash price, and feel good about asking for one.
Polyethylene Glycol 3350 Powd
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 3350 POWDGeneric | $1.24 per gram | n/a | 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 for protection against further irritation for temporary relief of burning and irritation due to dryness of the eye
Warnings (from the label)
Warnings For external use only Do not use this product if solution changes color or becomes cloudy When using this product to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. Replace cap after using. remove contact lenses before using Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain changes in vision continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if the condition worsens or persists for more than 72 hours If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Source: FDA drug label via openFDA, label effective 2025-12-30. Full label on DailyMed. Excerpts are verbatim and truncated. Read the full label and ask your pharmacist.