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Key takeaways
Tamiflu is most effective when taken within the first 48 hours of flu symptom onset.
On average, brand-name Tamiflu costs $200 without insurance.
There is a cheaper generic version of Tamiflu, called oseltamivir. With a free SingleCare coupon, patients could pay as low as $18 for 10, 75 mg capsules of generic Tamiflu.
Fever, runny nose, body aches, and exhaustion are just a few of the symptoms that can hit you when you get the flu virus. And while those symptoms might not sound that bad, if you have ever had the flu, you know just how awful it can be. Plus, for high-risk populations such as seniors and children, the flu can come with life-threatening complications.
From Sept. 29, 2024, through April 26, 2025, the U.S. was hit with an estimated 43 to 73 million cases of the flu, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates. Older adults (65 years and older) accounted for 57% of flu-related hospitalizations. The CDC estimates that the influenza vaccine prevented up to 16 million symptomatic illnesses last year. If you haven’t received your flu shot yet, you should do that ASAP.
But if you already find yourself experiencing flu-like symptoms, your healthcare provider may recommend Tamiflu. Tamiflu (oseltamivir phosphate) is an FDA-approved antiviral medication that can help reduce flu symptoms. However, you should start to take Tamiflu within the first 24 to 48 hours of having symptoms for it to be most effective.
Save up to 80% on Tamiflu with SingleCare Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. SingleCare helps find the best price for you.
How much does Tamiflu cost?
Tamiflu can be effective in helping you feel better, but it’s not easy on the wallet. The average retail price of brand-name Tamiflu is $206 for a 10-capsule pack of 75 mg. For adults and teenagers 13 years and older, a typical prescribed course of treatment is 75 mg twice a day for five days for treatment or once a day for 10 days for prevention.
The choice between money and medicine is a dilemma for millions of uninsured and underinsured Americans. But with SingleCare’s free Tamiflu coupon, you don’t have to worry about paying for your Tamiflu prescription. Instead, you can save on the medication and feel better faster.
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Tamiflu prices vary by dosage and location, so be sure to check the prices on singlecare.com or our mobile app. Whether you have health insurance or not, you’ll be able to use our discount – you can’t use it with insurance, though. If you do have insurance, be sure to compare Tamiflu prices to your copay cost and use the option that saves you the most. Sometimes your copay might be cheaper; sometimes SingleCare has the lowest price.
The SingleCare coupon works even if you have Medicare Part D. Our prices could be better than what you’d pay on your Part D plan.
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To get the most savings on Tamiflu, search online before you visit the pharmacy or ask your pharmacist to process the SingleCare card and compare the price to your Part D or insurance plan to see which saves you the most.
Tamiflu is one of thousands of medications on which you can save when using SingleCare. Search for your prescription drugs today, and start saving.
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Frequently asked questions about Tamiflu costs
How much does Tamiflu cost with insurance?
The average cost of brand-name Tamiflu is $206 for 10, 75 mg capsules without insurance. Generic Tamiflu costs about $153 for 10, 75 mg capsules without insurance. With insurance, you will pay a copay or a percentage of the Tamiflu price, depending on your coverage. With a SingleCare coupon, you could pay $76 for the brand-name version or $18 for the generic.
Is Tamiflu covered by insurance?
Generic Tamiflu is typically covered by insurance, Medicare Part D, and Medicaid plans.
Is there a generic form of Tamiflu?
The generic version of Tamiflu is called oseltamivir. A course of generic oseltamivir capsules averages $153 without insurance. With a SingleCare coupon, you could pay $18.
Do I need a prescription for Tamiflu?
Yes, Tamiflu can only be purchased with a prescription.
What can I take instead of Tamiflu?
Tamiflu alternatives include Xofluza and Relenza Diskhaler.
Rapivab may be administered as an IV in a healthcare setting if someone is unable to take oral medication, has excessive vomiting, or cannot take inhaled antivirals.
Over-the-counter cold and flu medications are also available for symptom relief, but these medicines do not treat the actual flu virus. Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for their recommendation based on your symptoms and health condition. If your doctor writes a prescription, you can still use SingleCare to save!
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The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Dec. 1, 2025. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our Tamiflu coupon page for updated Tamiflu prices near you.
- Influenza activity in the United States during the 2024-25 season and composition of the 2025-26 influenza vaccine, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2025)
- Tamiflu, DailyMed (2024)