Recarbrio — Compare Prices at US & Canada Pharmacies
Compare real Recarbrio prices at US and Canadian pharmacies, see official FDA uses and warnings, and find generic alternatives.
What is the typical cost of Recarbrio without insurance coverage?
Recarbrio typically costs around $1,278.44 per 4 vials of 1.25 gm solution for reconstitution at full retail price without insurance. However, actual pricing varies by pharmacy and location. Uninsured patients may be able to reduce this cost by using prescription discount cards or comparing prices across different pharmacies before filling the prescription.
What should I expect to pay for Recarbrio if I have insurance?
Your out-of-pocket cost for Recarbrio with insurance depends entirely on your specific plan's formulary, copay structure, and deductible status. Insurance coverage varies significantly between plans and carriers. Contact your insurance company directly to confirm whether Recarbrio is covered and what your patient responsibility will be. If your plan does not cover this medication or your copay is high, you can shop around at different pharmacies or explore prescription discount programs to find a lower price.
Is a generic version of Recarbrio available?
No, Recarbrio is a brand-name medication manufactured by Merck Sharp & Dohme, and currently no generic formulation has been approved or released.
Recarbrio prices at US pharmacies
Recarbrio — solution reconstituted, 1.25gm, qty 4
| Pharmacy | Retail price | With discount card |
|---|---|---|
| Kroger Pharmacy Lowest | $1278.86 | $1275.86 |
| Harris Teeter Pharmacy | $1278.86 | $1275.86 |
| Walgreens | $1343.14 | $1340.14 |
| CVS Pharmacy | $1344.14 | $1341.14 |
| Publix | $1352.20 | $1349.20 |
| Walmart Neighborhood Market | $1373.16 | $1370.16 |
| Walmart Pharmacy | $1373.16 | $1370.16 |
| Costco | $1380.46 | $1377.46 |
Recarbrio prices at Canadian pharmacies
No Canadian pharmacy pricing was found for Recarbrio in our latest data pull.
Canada prices are converted to USD at time of collection and shown per tablet where available. Ordering from Canadian pharmacies is legal for personal use in most cases but subject to FDA/CBSA rules — see US vs Canada, explained.
What is Recarbrio used for?
Recarbrio is a carbapenem combination antibiotic produced by Merck Sharp & Dohme. The average retail price is approximately $1,278.44 per 4 vials of 1.25 gm solution for reconstitution. Prices may vary by pharmacy and region, and discount prescription programs can sometimes lower out-of-pocket costs.
Available forms
solution reconstituted
Related & alternative drugs
Warnings & interactions
This is a summary of the official FDA label text, not personalized medical advice. It does not list every possible interaction or side effect. Always tell your prescriber and pharmacist about every medicine and supplement you take.
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS RECARBRIO is contraindicated in patients with a history of known severe hypersensitivity (severe systemic allergic reaction such as anaphylaxis) to any component of RECARBRIO. RECARBRIO is contraindicated in patients with a history of known severe hypersensitivity to any component of RECARBRIO. ( 4 )
Known drug interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Ganciclovir: Avoid concomitant use. ( 7.1 ) Valproic Acid or Divalproex Sodium: Avoid concomitant use. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Ganciclovir Generalized seizures have been reported in patients who received ganciclovir concomitantly with imipenem/cilastatin, a component of RECARBRIO. Ganciclovir should not be used concomitantly with RECARBRIO unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Pregnancy & breastfeeding
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Embryonic loss was observed in monkeys treated with imipenem/cilastatin, and fetal abnormalities were observed in relebactam-treated mice; therefore, advise pregnant women of the potential risks to pregnancy and the fetus. There are insufficient human data to establish whether there is a drug-associated risk for major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes with RECARBRIO, imipenem, cilastatin, or relebactam in pregnant women.
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Prices last checked 2026-08-21. Reviewed against FDA and DailyMed official sources — see our review process. Not a substitute for professional medical advice.