Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Vardenafil (Levitra/Staxyn) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| 20mg Tablets Generic (6 count) | $20 – $80 | $10 – $30 |
| 10mg ODT (Staxyn) Brand (4 count) | $200 – $400 | $40 – $80 |
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: Generic Tier 2-3; brand often excluded; many plans limit quantity
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
Both are PDE5 inhibitors for ED. Vardenafil may have a slightly faster onset. Generic prices are now comparable.
Generic vardenafil costs $3 to $15 per pill (6 pills for $20 to $80). Brand Levitra and Staxyn cost significantly more.
Some plans cover generic vardenafil with a limit of 6 to 12 pills per month. Many plans exclude ED medications entirely.