Venlafaxine · capsule
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Higher-dose SNRI providing both serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibition. Used when lower doses are insufficient.
Effexor XR 150mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains in Canada, with prices ranging from $13.94 to $21.60. You could save up to $7.66 by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury over Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay.
Save up to $7.66 (35%)
by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury over Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay
What drives the $7.66 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 PriceEffexor XR 150mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 42 cities
Available in 31 locations · Shoppers Drug Mart is Canada's largest pharmacy chain
$20.46
View all pricesCostco Pharmacy - Sudbury
Sudbury, Nanaimo, Calgary +30 more
$13.94
CheapestWalmart Pharmacy - Polo Park
Winnipeg, Sherbrooke, Lethbridge +31 more
$19.55
Jean Coutu - Mont-Royal
Montreal, Quebec City
$20.42
Shoppers Drug Mart - Saguenay
Saguenay, Winnipeg, Trois-Rivières +28 more
$20.46
Medicine Shoppe - Cook St
Victoria, Calgary, Vancouver +2 more
$20.48
London Drugs - Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay, Victoria, Lethbridge +22 more
$20.92
Familiprix - Plateau
Montreal, Quebec City
$21.00
Rexall - Winnipeg
Winnipeg, Trois-Rivières, Quebec City +25 more
$21.11
Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay
Victoria, Vancouver, Hamilton +2 more
$21.60
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Common questions about Effexor XR 150mg pricing and availability
Effexor XR 150mg capsule costs as low as $13.94 at Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury, and up to $21.60 at Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay. Prices vary by pharmacy chain and location in Canada. We compare prices at 9 pharmacy chains to help you find the lowest price.
Effexor XR 150mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 6 cities in Canada, including Sudbury, Winnipeg, Montreal, Saguenay, Victoria and more. The cheapest option is Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury at $13.94.
The generic name for Effexor XR is Venlafaxine. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are typically 30-80% cheaper. Ask your pharmacist about switching to save money.
Effexor XR 150mg costs $20.46 at Shoppers Drug Mart in Saguenay. This includes the dispensing fee of $9.83. You could save $6.52 by switching to Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury.
Yes, Effexor XR 150mg 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 $7.66 (35%) on Effexor XR 150mg by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury over Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay. 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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