Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Latanoprost (Xalatan) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost 0.005% Eye Drops (2.5mL) | $10 – $30 | $3 – $10 |
| Latanoprost 0.005% Eye Drops (multi-pack) | $25 – $50 | $8 – $15 |
What Affects the Cost
- Brand-name vs. generic availability
- Insurance formulary tier placement
- Pharmacy choice (retail vs. mail-order vs. Costco)
- Manufacturer savings cards and coupons
- Dosage and quantity prescribed
- Geographic location
Insurance Coverage
Typical coverage: Tier 1–2 generic — widely covered for glaucoma treatment
Most insurance plans use a tiered formulary: Tier 1 (generic) $0-$15 copay, Tier 2 (preferred brand) $25-$75, Tier 3 (non-preferred brand) $50-$150, Tier 4 (specialty) $100-$500+. Prior authorization may be required for certain medications. Step therapy may require trying cheaper alternatives first.
How to Save Money
- Always ask for generic when available — saves 50-90%
- Use GoodRx, RxSaver, or similar discount cards
- Costco pharmacy is open to non-members and often has lowest prices
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs offers transparent low pricing
- Manufacturer patient assistance programs provide free medication to qualifying patients
- HSA/FSA funds can cover medication costs tax-free
Related Procedures & Costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Generic latanoprost costs $10 to $50 for a 2.5mL bottle without insurance. This is a 30-day supply when using one drop in each eye daily.
Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analog used to lower elevated eye pressure in open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension to prevent vision loss.
Common side effects include eye redness, darkening of the iris (permanent), eyelash growth, and eye irritation. Darkening of the eyelid skin may also occur.