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- $2.87 per tablet$17.21 for one 3-day course, shipping included · generic nitazoxanide 500 mg, not FDA-approved · ships from India
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Quick answerAs of Nov 12, 2026, a 3-day course of generic nitazoxanide 500 mg (6 tablets) costs from $17.21 at online pharmacies abroad we compared. In the U.S., FDA-approved generic nitazoxanide lists at $780.55 for the same 6 tablets.
Name check: Alinia tablets are for people 12 and older. Alinia oral suspension, a liquid for younger children, is a different product and isn't priced on this page.
Compare Alinia prices from licensed online pharmacies
| Pharmacy | Medication | Price | Shipping & delivery | Total | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy A | NITAZOXANIDENot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.500 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | $17.21for 6 tablets$2.87 per tablet | FreeDelivery time not stated | $17.21 for one 3-day course= $17.21 for one 3-day courseincl. $0 shippingChecked Nov 12 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy B | NITAZOXANIDENot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.500 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | $19.12for 6 tablets$3.19 per tablet | FreeDelivery time not stated | $19.12 for one 3-day course= $19.12 for one 3-day courseincl. $0 shippingChecked Nov 12 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy C | ALINIA 500MG TABLET 6 (GENERIC NITAZOXANIDE FROM INDIA)Not FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.500 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | $59for 6 tablets$9.83 per tablet | $14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks | $73.95 for one 3-day course= $73.95 for one 3-day courseincl. $14.95 shippingChecked Nov 12 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy C | ALINIA 500MG TABLET 18 (GENERIC NITAZOXANIDE FROM INDIA)Not FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.500 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | $70for 18 tablets$3.89 per tablet | $14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks | $84.95 for 270 days= $84.95 for one 3-day courseincl. $14.95 shippingChecked Nov 12 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy C | ALINIA 500MG TABLET 24 (GENERIC NITAZOXANIDE FROM INDIA)Not FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.500 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | $72for 24 tablets$3.00 per tablet | $14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks | $86.95 for 360 days= $86.95 for one 3-day courseincl. $14.95 shippingChecked Nov 12 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy DU.S. shipping limited | Nitazoxanide (Generic)Not FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.500 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | $43for 6 tablets$7.17 per tablet | $14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 8–14 business days | $57.95 for one 3-day course= $57.95 for one 3-day courseincl. $14.95 shippingChecked Nov 12 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
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Course cost = 6 tablets at the usual dose of 2 a month, bought as one order of whole packs with one shipping fee. Course cost is worked out from each pharmacy's real order size so different pack sizes compare fairly. Orders are kept within a 3-month supply (92 days); a pack that is larger than that is marked and not used for the lowest price at the top of this page. Prices checked Nov 12, 2026 on each pharmacy's website, in U.S. dollars. Savings compare with the U.S. list price. The lowest price at the top of this page uses only packs whose maker the pharmacy names, or whose product country and ships-from country it states. Price is the pharmacy's own price for one pack, as shown on its website (converted to U.S. dollars when it prices in Canadian dollars). Delivery is the pharmacy's own estimate for the shipping option shown, not a promise; some pharmacies count from when they receive your prescription or ship the order. Total = the packs needed + shipping. When those packs don't add up to exactly 90 days, the row shows what that order costs and, under it, what it works out to for one 3-day course; we sort by the 90-day amount so pack sizes compare fairly. Prices change often; confirm at checkout.
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| Strength | Lowest brandone 3-day course | Lowest generic abroadone 3-day course, not FDA-approved | Price per tablet |
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| Alinia 500 mg | — | $17.21 | $2.87 generic |
Lowest course cost with shipping at licensed pharmacies shipping to the U.S. now, counting only packs whose maker the pharmacy names, or whose product country and ships-from country it states. Price per tablet is for that lowest pack, before shipping. Prices checked Nov 12, 2026.
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90-day prices from 3 licensed pharmacies shipping to the U.S.: $17.21 to $86.95, any strength, shipping included.
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Alinia (nitazoxanide) 500 mg tablets treat diarrhea caused by the parasites Giardia or Cryptosporidium. FDA-approved generics are sold in the U.S.
Alinia cost at a glance
- Generic Alinia is sold in the U.S. The FDA approved Rising's generic nitazoxanide 500 mg tablets on November 27, 2020, rated equivalent to Alinia, followed by ANI and Annora (sold by Camber) in 2025 (FDA Orange Book).
- U.S. list price (generic): $780.55 for a bottle of 6 nitazoxanide 500 mg tablets, one 3-day course, from both Rising and ANI. This is the maker's wholesale price before discounts (Texas DSHS).
- Brand Alinia: the FDA's drug listing directory shows no current listing for brand Alinia tablets, and the 2026 price filing has no brand Alinia price (FDA drug listings; Texas DSHS). The FDA's Drugs@FDA database still lists Alinia tablets as a prescription drug (Drugs@FDA), so ask your pharmacist whether brand Alinia is available.
- How we count: one course of 6 tablets. The label dose for people 12 and older is 1 tablet every 12 hours with food for 3 days.
- With Medicare: your cost depends on your Part D plan. In 2026, deductibles are capped at $615 and yearly out-of-pocket costs for covered drugs at $2,100 (Medicare.gov).
- From online pharmacies abroad: $17.21 to $86.95 for a 3-day course of generic nitazoxanide 500 mg, shipping included (checked Nov 12, 2026). Packs made for other countries are not FDA-approved.
How much does Alinia cost in the U.S.?
| If you have | What Alinia costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| No insurance (generic nitazoxanide) | $780.55 for 6 tablets of generic nitazoxanide 500 mg (one 3-day course), from Rising or ANI. Pharmacies may charge more. | Texas DSHS 2026 WAC report |
| Private or employer insurance | Your copay depends on your plan's drug list. Generic nitazoxanide is rated by the FDA as equivalent to Alinia. Ask your plan or pharmacist. | FDA Orange Book |
| Medicare Part D | Your cost depends on your plan. In 2026, deductibles are capped at $615 and yearly out-of-pocket costs for covered drugs at $2,100. | Medicare.gov |
| Medicaid | Your state Medicaid program sets any copay. Ask your pharmacist or state Medicaid office. | Medicaid.gov |
The 2026 price filing has no price for brand Alinia tablets, and the FDA's drug listings show no current brand Alinia listing. FDA-approved generic nitazoxanide 500 mg lists at $780.55 for a bottle of 6 tablets, one 3-day course, from both Rising and ANI (Texas DSHS). These are list prices (the maker's wholesale price before discounts); what a pharmacy charges can differ.
Alinia cost with Medicare in 2026
In 2026, Part D plans can charge a deductible of up to $615, and once your out-of-pocket spending on covered Part D drugs reaches $2,100, you pay nothing more for covered drugs for the rest of the year. What you pay for generic nitazoxanide or brand Alinia depends on your plan's drug list.
| Medicare Part D | What Alinia costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Part D deductible | No Medicare drug plan may have a deductible above $615 in 2026. Some plans have none. | Medicare.gov |
| Yearly out-of-pocket cap | Once your out-of-pocket spending on covered Part D drugs reaches $2,100 in 2026, you pay nothing more for covered drugs that year. | Medicare.gov |
Alinia coupons and savings programs
We show the programs that usually fit, cheapest first where we know the price. Private insurance means a plan through work or one you buy yourself. Programs set their own rules, so check the terms before you count on one. We don't save this choice.
eDrugSearch does not offer its own Alinia coupons. eDrugSearch has no coupons of its own. If you have Medicare, these two programs can help with the cost of generic nitazoxanide:
- Medicare Extra Help: if you have Medicare and limited income, Extra Help lowers what you pay for prescriptions. (Social Security)
- Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: a free Medicare option that spreads your drug costs into monthly payments across the year. It doesn't lower the total, but it can make costs easier to manage. (Medicare.gov)
Is there a generic Alinia?
Yes. The FDA approved generic nitazoxanide 500 mg tablets from Rising on November 27, 2020, rated equivalent to Alinia. ANI and Annora (Camber) followed in 2025.
| Strength | U.S. generic | Makers | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 mg | Yes | Rising, ANI, Annora (Camber) | Nov 27, 2020 |
Outside the U.S.: Online pharmacies abroad may also sell generic nitazoxanide made for other markets. Those packs are not FDA-approved, and the price table labels them that way.
Source: FDA Orange Book: nitazoxanide tablets. As of Nov 12, 2026.
Compare Alinia with similar drugs
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| Stromectolivermectin | Antiparasitic (medicine for worm infections) | From $0.77 per tablet | See prices |
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| Emvermmebendazole | Deworming medicine (anthelmintic) | From $0.45 per chewable tablet | See prices |
Lowest price per unit, before shipping, from licensed pharmacies shipping to the U.S., any strength. Only your doctor can decide whether another drug is right for you.
What is Alinia used for?
Alinia (nitazoxanide) is an antiprotozoal, a medicine that works against single-celled parasites. According to the FDA label for nitazoxanide tablets (DailyMed), the tablets are used in people 12 and older to treat:
- Diarrhea caused by Giardia lamblia (giardiasis).
- Diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum. The label notes the tablets haven't been shown to work for this in people with HIV or a weakened immune system.
Nitazoxanide comes as 500 mg tablets. The label dose for people 12 and older is 1 tablet every 12 hours with food for 3 days, 6 tablets in all. The tablets shouldn't be given to children 11 or younger, because one tablet holds more than their dose. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.
Is it safe to order Alinia from Canada?
Many Americans do, but U.S. law and customs rules apply, and for Alinia, compare the U.S. price of FDA-approved generic nitazoxanide before you order. Federal law generally doesn't allow individuals to import prescription drugs, though under its personal importation policy the FDA has long used enforcement discretion for some personal-use shipments, generally no more than a three-month supply (FDA). Congress has said enforcement against individuals should focus on imports that pose a significant threat to public health (Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act section 804(j)(1), 21 U.S.C. 384(j)(1)). You need a prescription from your doctor. New U.S. Customs rules for mailed orders start January 20, 2027. Health Canada's drug database lists no product named Alinia (Health Canada, checked 2026-11-12), so packs on this page come from other countries. The price table shows where each one ships from.
Read our guide to buying prescription drugs from Canada and what the 2027 customs rules mean. Compare licensed Canadian pharmacies.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Alinia cost without insurance?
The 2026 drug price filing has no price for brand Alinia tablets. FDA-approved generic nitazoxanide 500 mg lists at $780.55 for 6 tablets, one 3-day course. Online pharmacies abroad charged from $17.21 for a 3-day course of generic nitazoxanide in our latest check (Nov 12, 2026).
Is there a generic Alinia?
Yes. Generic nitazoxanide 500 mg tablets are FDA-approved and rated equivalent to Alinia. The first, from Rising, was approved in November 2020; ANI and Annora (Camber) followed in 2025. Ask your pharmacist whether a generic can fill your prescription.
How much does generic nitazoxanide cost?
In the 2026 drug price filing, Rising's and ANI's generic nitazoxanide 500 mg list at $780.55 for 6 tablets. These are list prices; what a pharmacy charges can differ, so ask your pharmacist.
How many Alinia tablets are in a course?
Six. The label dose for people 12 and older is 1 tablet every 12 hours with food for 3 days. That's why this page compares the cost of one 6-tablet course.
How much does Alinia cost with Medicare?
It depends on your Part D plan's drug list. In 2026, Part D deductibles are capped at $615 and out-of-pocket costs for covered drugs at $2,100 a year. People with limited income can apply for Extra Help.
Is brand Alinia still sold in the U.S.?
The FDA's Drugs@FDA database still lists Alinia tablets as a prescription drug, but the FDA's drug listing directory shows no current brand Alinia listing and the 2026 price filing has no brand price. Generic nitazoxanide tablets are listed and sold. Ask your pharmacist what's available.
Sources
- Nitazoxanide tablets U.S. prescribing information (DailyMed) (Rising label version 9, effective 2025-10-09: uses, 500 mg every 12 hours with food for 3 days, ages 12 and older; bottles of 6, 12, 18 and 30)
- Drugs@FDA: Alinia tablets (NDA 021818) (Romark; marketing status Prescription; original Alinia tablet NDA 021497 and suspension NDA 021498 discontinued)
- FDA Orange Book: nitazoxanide tablets (AB generics: Rising ANDA 213820 (2020-11-27), ANI ANDA 214844 (2025-02-03), Annora ANDA 218701 (2025-04-15))
- Drugs@FDA: first generic nitazoxanide (ANDA 213820) (approved November 27, 2020)
- FDA NDC Directory: nitazoxanide (listed: Rising 64980-526 (2020-11-27), ANI 70954-934, Camber 31722-100, e5 13517-135; no brand Alinia tablet listing (checked 2026-11-12))
- Texas DSHS: 2026 annual WAC report (nitazoxanide 500 mg x6: Rising (64980-0526-60) and ANI (70954-0934-10) $780.55; no brand Alinia row)
- Health Canada Drug Product Database (no product found under the brand name Alinia (checked 2026-11-12))
- Medicaid.gov: cost sharing
- Social Security: Medicare Extra Help
- Medicare Prescription Payment Plan
- Medicare.gov: Part D drug costs (deductible up to $615 and $2,100 out-of-pocket threshold in 2026)
- FDA: personal importation
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