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Symbicort 200/6mcg

Budesonide/Formoterol · inhaler

Generic: Budesonide/Formoterol
Respiratory
Prescription Required
DIN: 02246748

Lowest price

$42.50

Save up to $10.99

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Combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta-2 agonist for asthma and COPD maintenance therapy.

Symbicort 200/6mcg is available at 9 pharmacy chains in Canada, with prices ranging from $42.50 to $53.49. You could save up to $10.99 by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Vancouver over Medicine Shoppe - Oliver.

Prices across 9 pharmacy chainsSorted by price

Save up to $10.99 (21%)

by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Vancouver over Medicine Shoppe - Oliver

Best Price

$42.50

$49.92

+$7.42 more

$51.07

+$8.57 more

Rexall - Drummondville

Drummondville, QC

$51.84

+$9.34 more

$52.11

+$9.61 more

$53.04

+$10.54 more

$53.19

+$10.69 more

$53.46

+$10.96 more

$53.49

+$10.99 more

Cheapest option breakdown

Unit price ($38.01 × 1)
$38.01
Dispensing fee
$4.49
Total$42.50
89% drug11% fee

Why prices differ

Price spread$10.99
Costco Pharmacy - Vancouver vs Medicine Shoppe - Oliver26% gap

What drives the $10.99 gap?

Dispensing fee
39% of gap
$4.49$10.00(+$5.51)
Pharmacy markup
22% of gap
$0.00$3.04(+$3.04)
Drug base cost
39% of gap
$38.01$43.49(+$5.49)

The dispensing fee is the biggest factor in the price difference for this medication. This is a flat fee pharmacists charge per fill — it can vary by over $7 between chains.

Price at each chain

Visual comparison — green bar = cheapest

Costco Pharmacy - Vancouver
$42.50
Walmart Pharmacy - Lethbridge
$49.92+$7.42
London Drugs - Trois-Rivières
$51.07+$8.57
Rexall - Drummondville
$51.84+$9.34
Familiprix - Saint-Roch
$52.11+$9.61
Jean Coutu - Saint-Roch
$53.04+$10.54
Shoppers Drug Mart - Portage
$53.19+$10.69
Guardian Pharmacy - Kensington
$53.46+$10.96
Medicine Shoppe - Oliver
$53.49+$10.99
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Dispensing fee

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Where to Buy Symbicort 200/6mcg

Symbicort 200/6mcg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 42 cities

Symbicort 200/6mcg at Shoppers Drug Mart

Available in 28 locations · Shoppers Drug Mart is Canada's largest pharmacy chain

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Symbicort 200/6mcg pricing and availability

How much does Symbicort 200/6mcg cost without insurance?

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Symbicort 200/6mcg inhaler costs as low as $42.50 at Costco Pharmacy - Vancouver, and up to $53.49 at Medicine Shoppe - Oliver. Prices vary by pharmacy chain and location in Canada. We compare prices at 9 pharmacy chains to help you find the lowest price.

Where can I buy Symbicort in Canada?

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Symbicort 200/6mcg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 8 cities in Canada, including Vancouver, Lethbridge, Trois-Rivières, Drummondville, Quebec City and more. The cheapest option is Costco Pharmacy - Vancouver at $42.50.

What is the generic name for Symbicort?

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The generic name for Symbicort is Budesonide/Formoterol. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are typically 30-80% cheaper. Ask your pharmacist about switching to save money.

How much does Symbicort cost at Shoppers Drug Mart?

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Symbicort 200/6mcg costs $53.19 at Shoppers Drug Mart in Winnipeg. This includes the dispensing fee of $9.28. You could save $10.69 by switching to Costco Pharmacy - Vancouver.

Do I need a prescription for Symbicort?

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Yes, Symbicort 200/6mcg requires a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider in Canada. Visit your doctor or use a telemedicine service to get a prescription, then compare pharmacy prices on TransparentMedz to find the lowest cost.

How can I save money on Symbicort?

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You can save up to $10.99 (21%) on Symbicort 200/6mcg by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Vancouver over Medicine Shoppe - Oliver. Other ways to save include: asking for generic alternatives, checking if your insurance covers it, using pharmacy loyalty programs, and buying in larger quantities to reduce per-unit costs.

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