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Mesalamine 250 mg
Generic for: Pentasa · NDC: 54092-0189-81
💰 Pharmacy Cost Benchmark
$2.90 / tablet
30-day estimate: $87.14 · 90-day: $261.42
Source: NADAC (CMS) · Effective: 2026-05-20
Estimated fair retail range
$130.71 – $261.43
For a typical 30-day supply (1 unit/day).
🔄 Compare Alternatives
| Drug | Per-unit cost | 30-day supply |
|---|---|---|
| generic — mesalamine 66.7 MG/ML Enema← cheapest | $0.11 / ML | $3.24 |
| generic — mesalamine 400 MG Delayed Release Oral Capsule | $2.41 / EA | $72.16 |
| brand — mesalamine 250 MG Extended Release Oral Capsule [Pentasa] | $2.90 / EA | $87.14 |
| brand — mesalamine 500 MG Extended Release Oral Capsule [Pentasa] | $5.83 / EA | $174.81 |
| brand — mesalamine 1200 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet [Lialda] | $8.95 / EA | $268.49 |
📈 Price History (last 12 months)
▲ +76.3% since Oct 2013
⚠️ Important
- NADAC reflects pharmacy acquisition cost, not your out-of-pocket cost.
- Actual prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location.
- This is not medical advice. Always consult your pharmacist.