Brand Name NDC 00187516245
Retin-a 0.05% CREAM
NADAC pharmacy acquisition cost from CMS
NADAC Per Unit
$0.7904
Pharmacy acquisition cost
Est. 30-Day Supply
$24
At NADAC cost (1/day)
Est. 90-Day Supply
$71
At NADAC cost (1/day)
Est. Retail Price / Unit
$1.07
~35% pharmacy markup
Est. Retail 30-Day
$32
Without insurance
Est. Annual Cost
$389
Retail, 1 unit/day
Understanding Drug Pricing
1
NADAC (shown above) — What the pharmacy pays the wholesaler for this drug.
This is the most transparent baseline cost, published weekly by CMS.
2
Retail Price — Pharmacies add a dispensing fee ($2-$15) and markup (20-50%).
This is what you pay without insurance or discount cards.
3
Insurance Copay — With insurance, you typically pay a flat copay
($5-$15 generic, $25-$50 brand) regardless of the NADAC cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Retin-a cost?
The pharmacy acquisition cost (NADAC) for Retin-a 0.05% CREAM is $0.7904 per unit. A 30-day supply at 1 unit per day costs approximately $24.
How much does Retin-a cost without insurance?
Without insurance, expect to pay approximately $32 for a 30-day supply. Pharmacy discount programs (GoodRx, RxSaver, Cost Plus Drugs) and manufacturer coupons can reduce this significantly. Ask your doctor if a generic alternative is available — generics typically cost 80-85% less.
Is Retin-a available as a generic?
Retin-a is a brand name medication. Generic alternatives may be available. Ask your pharmacist about equivalent generics which can save 80-85%.