Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Metoprolol Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Tartrate 25mg (generic) | $4 – $12 | $0 – $5 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate 50mg (generic) | $4 – $15 | $0 – $6 |
| Metoprolol Succinate ER 50mg (generic) | $8 – $20 | $2 – $8 |
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 preferred generic — widely covered with lowest copay on most formularies
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 metoprolol costs between $4 and $20 per month without insurance, depending on the formulation. The immediate-release tartrate version is typically cheaper than the extended-release succinate form.
Yes, metoprolol tartrate is available at many $4 generic programs at Walmart, Kroger, and other major pharmacies, making it one of the most affordable blood pressure medications.
Metoprolol tartrate is immediate-release taken twice daily, while metoprolol succinate (Toprol-XL) is extended-release taken once daily. The succinate form is slightly more expensive but may improve adherence.