Mesalamine · tablet
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5-ASA anti-inflammatory for ulcerative colitis induction and maintenance. Delivers active drug directly to the colon.
Asacol 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains in Canada, with prices ranging from $27.62 to $36.97. You could save up to $9.35 by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Windsor over Guardian Pharmacy - Bonnie Doon.
Save up to $9.35 (25%)
by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Windsor over Guardian Pharmacy - Bonnie Doon
What drives the $9.35 gap?
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.
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Submit a PriceAsacol 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 41 cities
Available in 31 locations · Shoppers Drug Mart is Canada's largest pharmacy chain
$35.75
View all pricesCostco Pharmacy - Windsor
Windsor, Oshawa, Fredericton +25 more
$27.62
CheapestWalmart Pharmacy - Polo Park
Winnipeg, Nanaimo, Windsor +25 more
$34.08
London Drugs - Edmonton
Edmonton, Saguenay, Nanaimo +23 more
$35.29
Shoppers Drug Mart - Montreal
Montreal, Winnipeg, Quebec City +28 more
$35.75
Jean Coutu - Mont-Royal
Montreal, Quebec City
$35.90
Familiprix - Saint-Roch
Quebec City, Montreal
$36.11
Medicine Shoppe - Lawrence
Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary +2 more
$36.34
Rexall - Edmonton
Edmonton, Kelowna, Lethbridge +23 more
$36.95
Guardian Pharmacy - Bonnie Doon
Edmonton, Toronto, Hamilton +4 more
$36.97
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Common questions about Asacol 500mg pricing and availability
Asacol 500mg tablet costs as low as $27.62 at Costco Pharmacy - Windsor, and up to $36.97 at Guardian Pharmacy - Bonnie Doon. Prices vary by pharmacy chain and location in Canada. We compare prices at 9 pharmacy chains to help you find the lowest price.
Asacol 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 6 cities in Canada, including Windsor, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Montreal, Quebec City and more. The cheapest option is Costco Pharmacy - Windsor at $27.62.
The generic name for Asacol is Mesalamine. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are typically 30-80% cheaper. Ask your pharmacist about switching to save money.
Asacol 500mg costs $35.75 at Shoppers Drug Mart in Montreal. This includes the dispensing fee of $9.83. You could save $8.13 by switching to Costco Pharmacy - Windsor.
Yes, Asacol 500mg 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.
You can save up to $9.35 (25%) on Asacol 500mg by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Windsor over Guardian Pharmacy - Bonnie Doon. 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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