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Coartem Price and Savings
- U.S. list price
- $134.77 for one 3-day courseThe maker's price for brand Coartem before discounts · Source: Texas DSHS 2026 WAC report
- Lowest international online pharmacy price
- $2.71 per tablet$79.95 for one 3-day course, shipping included · brand Coartem 20 mg/120 mg, not FDA-approved · ships from United Kingdom
Generic artemether and lumefantrine 20 mg/120 mg (not FDA-approved · ships from Mauritius) from $68.14
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Quick answerAs of Nov 11, 2026, one adult course of brand Coartem (24 tablets) costs from $89.95 at online pharmacies abroad we compared, vs. $134.77 at the U.S. list price. No FDA-approved generic is sold in the U.S.
Name check: Malarone (atovaquone and proguanil), artesunate injection and other malaria medicines are different products and aren't priced on this page.
Compare Coartem prices from licensed online pharmacies
For comparison U.S. pharmacy list price: $134.77 for one 3-day course ($5.62 per tablet), brand Coartem before insurance. The prices below are from licensed online pharmacies outside the U.S.
| Pharmacy | Medication | Price | Shipping & delivery | Total | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy A | COARTEM (India pack, ships from Mauritius) (sold by the pharmacy as generic artemether/lumefantrine; maker not stated)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.20 mg/120 mg · generic · Filled in MauritiusProduct of India | $68.14for 24 tablets$2.84 per tablet | FreeDelivery time not stated | $68.14 for one 3-day course= $68.14 for one 3-day courseSave 49%incl. $0 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy A | ARTEMETHERNot 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.20 mg/120 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | $17.16per 6 tablets · 4 packs = $68.64$2.86 per tablet | FreeDelivery time not stated | $68.64 for one 3-day course= $68.64 for one 3-day courseSave 49%incl. $0 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy B | Riamet (sold outside the U.S. as Riamet by Novartis)20 mg/120 mg · brand · Filled in United KingdomMaker listed by pharmacy: Novartis | $80for 24 tablets$3.33 per tablet | $9.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks | $89.95 for one 3-day course= $89.95 for one 3-day courseSave 33%incl. $9.95 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy C | Riamet (UK/EU pack, ships from United Kingdom) (sold outside the U.S. as Riamet by Novartis)20 mg/120 mg · brand · Filled in United KingdomProduct of UK/EU | $93.99for 24 tablets$3.92 per tablet | $9.95Delivery time not stated | $103.94 for one 3-day course= $103.94 for one 3-day courseSave 23%incl. $9.95 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy D | Riamet (Artemether, Lumefantrine) (sold outside the U.S. as Riamet by Novartis)20 mg/120 mg · brand · Filled in United KingdomMaker listed by pharmacy: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. | $139.50for 24 tablets$5.81 per tablet | FreePharmacy's estimate: 2–3 weeks | $139.50 for one 3-day course= $139.50 for one 3-day courseincl. $0 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy D | Riamet (Artemether, Lumefantrine) (sold outside the U.S. as Riamet by Novartis)20 mg/120 mg · brand · Filled in AustraliaMaker listed by pharmacy: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. | $167.49for 24 tablets$6.98 per tablet | FreePharmacy's estimate: 2–3 weeks | $167.49 for one 3-day course= $167.49 for one 3-day courseincl. $0 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy C | Riamet (sold outside the U.S. as Riamet by Novartis)20 mg/120 mg · brand · Filled in AustraliaProduct of Australia | $191.17for 24 tablets$7.97 per tablet | $9.95Delivery time not stated | $201.12 for one 3-day course= $201.12 for one 3-day courseincl. $9.95 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per tabletOnline pharmacy EU.S. shipping limited | Coartem (Artemether/Lumefantrine) - Also Known as Riamet Internationally20 mg/120 mg · brand · Filled in United KingdomProduct of United Kingdom | $65for 24 tablets$2.71 per tablet | $14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 8–14 business days | $79.95 for one 3-day course= $79.95 for one 3-day courseSave 41%incl. $14.95 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
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Course cost = 24 tablets at the usual dose of 8 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 11, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coartem 20 mg/120 mg | $89.95 | $68.14 | $3.33 brand · $2.84 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 11, 2026.
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90-day prices from 4 licensed pharmacies shipping to the U.S.: $68.14 to $201.12, any strength, shipping included.
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Coartem (artemether 20 mg and lumefantrine 120 mg) tablets, a 3-day treatment for uncomplicated malaria. There is no FDA-approved generic in the U.S.
Coartem cost at a glance
- U.S. list price: $134.77 for a bottle of 24 Coartem tablets, one full adult course (the maker's wholesale price before discounts; Texas DSHS).
- How we count: one course. For adults and children weighing 35 kg (77 lb) or more, the label dose is 4 tablets per dose, 6 doses over 3 days: 24 tablets. Smaller children take fewer tablets, by weight (DailyMed).
- No U.S. generic. The FDA has not approved a generic artemether and lumefantrine tablet, so Coartem is the only version sold in the U.S. (Drugs@FDA).
- Free medicine if you qualify: Coartem is on the Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation's list, which helps people who are uninsured or have government insurance and meet income limits (Novartis).
- From online pharmacies abroad: $89.95 to $201.12 for one adult course of brand Coartem, shipping included (checked Nov 11, 2026). Packs made for other countries are not FDA-approved.
- 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).
How much does Coartem cost in the U.S.?
| If you have | What Coartem costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| No insurance (list price) | $134.77 for 24 tablets of brand Coartem, one adult course. Pharmacies may charge more. | Texas DSHS 2026 WAC report |
| No insurance (Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation) | Free Coartem for U.S. residents who are uninsured or have government insurance and meet income guidelines. Call 1-800-277-2254. | Novartis |
| Private or employer insurance | Your copay depends on your plan's drug list. | Drugs@FDA |
| 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 |
Coartem lists at $134.77 for a bottle of 24 tablets, one adult course, in the Texas 2026 drug price filing (Texas DSHS). That's the maker's wholesale price before discounts; what a pharmacy charges can differ. There's no FDA-approved generic in the U.S.
Coartem 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 Coartem depends on your plan's drug list.
| Medicare Part D | What Coartem 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 |
Coartem 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.
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eDrugSearch does not offer its own Coartem coupons. eDrugSearch has no coupons of its own. These programs can help:
- Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation: free Coartem for people who live in the U.S. or a U.S. territory, are treated by a licensed U.S. prescriber, are uninsured or have government insurance, and meet income guidelines (the foundation doesn't publish the limits on its main page). People whose insurance is tied to an alternate funding program can't use it. Call 1-800-277-2254. (Novartis)
- 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 Coartem?
No. The FDA has not approved a generic artemether and lumefantrine tablet, so brand Coartem from Novartis is the only version sold in the U.S.
| Strength | U.S. generic | Makers | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mg/120 mg | No | — |
Outside the U.S.: Online pharmacies abroad may sell artemether and lumefantrine made for other markets, including generics. Those packs are not FDA-approved, and the price table labels them that way.
Source: Drugs@FDA: Coartem (NDA 022268). As of Nov 11, 2026.
Compare Coartem with similar drugs
Other medicines for parasite infections people often look up, including Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine, also used for some malaria) and Daraprim (pyrimethamine). They treat different infections. Prices are for each drug's lowest-priced strength.
| Drug | Type | Lowest price we found | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaquenilhydroxychloroquine | Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and malaria medicine (antimalarial) | From $0.25 per tablet | See prices |
| Daraprimpyrimethamine | Toxoplasmosis medicine (antiparasitic) | From $1.23 per tablet | See prices |
| Stromectolivermectin | Antiparasitic (medicine for worm infections) | From $0.77 per tablet | See prices |
| Alinianitazoxanide | Antiprotozoal (medicine for parasite diarrhea) | $17.21 for one 3-day course | See prices |
| Vermoxmebendazole | Deworming medicine (anthelmintic) | From $2.27 per tablet | See prices |
Lowest price from licensed pharmacies shipping to the U.S., any strength: 90-day prices include shipping; prices per unit are before shipping. Only your doctor can decide whether another drug is right for you.
What is Coartem used for?
Coartem combines two antimalarial medicines, artemether and lumefantrine. According to its FDA label (DailyMed), it is used:
- To treat acute, uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum, in people 2 months and older who weigh at least 5 kg (11 lb).
Coartem is taken with food over 3 days: a first dose, a second dose 8 hours later, then twice a day for 2 more days (6 doses). Adults and children 35 kg (77 lb) and up take 4 tablets per dose. The label says Coartem is not for severe malaria and is not approved to prevent malaria. Malaria can become life-threatening quickly; if you think you have it, get medical care right away. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.
Is it safe to order Coartem from Canada?
Many Americans do, but U.S. law and customs rules apply, and for Coartem, check how long delivery takes 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. Malaria needs prompt treatment, so a mailed order may arrive too late to treat an active infection. We found no Coartem listing in Health Canada's drug database (Health Canada, checked 2026-11-11), so we don't expect Canadian packs.
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 is Coartem without insurance?
The U.S. list price is $134.77 for 24 tablets, one adult course, in the Texas 2026 drug price filing. Online pharmacies abroad charged from $89.95 for one adult course in our latest check (Nov 11, 2026), shipping included.
Is there a generic Coartem?
Not in the U.S. The FDA has not approved a generic artemether and lumefantrine tablet. Generic versions made for other countries are not FDA-approved.
How many Coartem tablets are in a course?
For adults and children 35 kg (77 lb) and up, 24 tablets: 4 tablets per dose, 6 doses over 3 days. Smaller children take 1 to 3 tablets per dose, based on weight.
Can I take Coartem to prevent malaria when I travel?
No. The FDA label says Coartem is not approved to prevent malaria. Ask your prescriber or a travel clinic about medicines for prevention.
Is there help paying for Coartem?
Coartem is on the Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation's medicine list, which gives free medicine to U.S. residents who are uninsured or have government insurance and meet income guidelines. Call 1-800-277-2254.
Sources
- COARTEM U.S. prescribing information (DailyMed) (Novartis label, version 25, effective 2026-03-26: uncomplicated P. falciparum malaria, 2 months and older, 5 kg and above; 6 doses over 3 days; 4 tablets per dose at 35 kg and over; bottle of 24 (NDC 0078-0568-45))
- Drugs@FDA: Coartem (NDA 022268) (approved April 7, 2009; Novartis; prescription; no generic)
- FDA NDC Directory: Coartem (NDC 0078-0568) (bottle of 24 tablets)
- Texas DSHS: 2026 annual WAC report (Coartem 00078-0568-45 (24 tablets) $134.77)
- Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation (eligibility: U.S. resident, U.S. prescriber, uninsured or government insurance, income guidelines; 1-800-277-2254; checked 2026-11-11)
- Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation: medication list (Coartem listed; checked 2026-11-11)
- Health Canada Drug Product Database (no Coartem listing; checked 2026-11-11)
- 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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