{"id":633205,"date":"2025-08-18T16:52:48","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T20:52:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=633205"},"modified":"2026-03-30T12:07:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T16:07:50","slug":"lasix-generic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/lasix-generic\/","title":{"rendered":"Lasix generic availability, cost, and more"},"content":{"rendered":"

Known as a loop diuretic, or a type of water pill, Lasix is a prescription medication used to treat edema. Edema, or water retention, is a medical condition common in people with liver disease, kidney problems, or congestive heart failure. If you currently face any of these medical conditions, your healthcare provider might prescribe this medicine to reduce edema. Lasix is also used to treat <\/span>hypertension<\/span><\/a>, or high blood pressure. Brand-name Lasix is no longer available, but its generic, furosemide, remains widely available and commonly prescribed.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\tLasix 20 mg (30 Tablets)\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t23666 - Hampton, VA\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\"Kroger\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t$2.80\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\ti<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\tPrice with signup<\/a>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\tGet free coupon<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\"Harris\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t$2.80\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\tGet free coupon<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\tSee Lasix prices at all pharmacies<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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\u00a0 \u00a0Lasix generic availability<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

Generic name<\/b><\/td>\nFurosemide<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
FDA approval date of generic version<\/b><\/td>\n1982<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Is there a generic available for sale in the U.S.?<\/b><\/td>\nYes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Is there a generic for Lasix?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Lasix generic name, <\/span>furosemide<\/span><\/a>, has been available in the United States since the early 1980s. There are many different companies selling this generic medication nationwide. Brand-name Lasix is no longer available.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the differences between generic and brand-name Lasix?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Generic medications have the same active ingredients as their brand-name counterparts, providing the same therapeutic effect for patients. However, generic drugs are more affordable than name-brand drugs, making them a popular choice for healthcare providers and patients. Although brand-name Lasix is no longer available in the U.S., generic versions of furosemide, which are made by various pharmaceutical manufacturers, are considered equal substitutes because they work the same and have the same clinical benefits. Generic drugs may have different inactive ingredients, such as fillers or dyes, than the brand-name drug, but these do not affect how the drug works.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How much does generic Lasix cost?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Brand-name Lasix is no longer available. However, generic furosemide is affordable, especially when you use a SingleCare discount. A typical retail price for 30, 20 mg tablets of generic furosemide is about <\/span>$25 without insurance<\/span><\/a> or coupons. But if you use a free <\/span>SingleCare coupon for furosemide<\/span><\/a>, you can pay as low as $3 for this prescription. What\u2019s more, you can use the discount each month to pay for your refills, too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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\u00a0 Generic Lasix prices<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

Cost details<\/b><\/td>\nLasix generic (furosemide)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Average cost without insurance<\/strong><\/td>\n$25 per 30, 20 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SingleCare\u2019s lowest price<\/strong><\/td>\n$3 per 30, 20 mg tablets of generic furosemide at Kroger or Harris Teeter<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Free coupons<\/strong><\/td>\nFurosemide coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of March 19, 2026.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/small><\/small><\/p>\n

Is Lasix covered by insurance?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Although brand-name Lasix is no longer available in the U.S., generic furosemide is generally covered by insurance plans. This includes commercial health plans as well as Medicare and Medicaid prescription plans. As with any medication, coverage and out-of-pocket costs vary by plan. To find out more about your specific insurance plan\u2019s furosemide coverage, you can call your plan directly or check the most recent <\/span>formulary<\/span><\/a> online.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Generic alternatives to Lasix<\/span><\/h2>\n

Since brand-name Lasix is no longer available, generic furosemide is the primary generic alternative. Furosemide is available in several forms, including oral tablets (in 20 mg, 40 mg, and 80 mg), oral solution (liquid), and injection. If furosemide is not an option for you, you can discuss <\/span>alternatives<\/span><\/a> with your healthcare provider, such as:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n