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Generic Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) Price
Yes, FDA-approved generic icosapent ethyl is sold in the U.S. As of Nov 11, 2026, it costs from $101.65 for 90 days at U.S. pharmacies we list.
- Lowest U.S. online pharmacy price
- $0.25 per capsule$101.65 for 90 days (360 capsules), shipping included · FDA-approved generic icosapent ethyl 1 g · ships within the U.S.
- Lowest international online pharmacy price
- $1.33 per capsule$478.92 for 90 days (360 capsules), plus shipping (fee not published) · generic icosapent ethyl 1 g, not FDA-approved · ships from Mauritius
Brand Vascepa 1 g from $1,084.95
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Name check: Lovaza (omega-3-acid ethyl esters) and its generics are a different prescription omega-3, and fish oil supplements are not FDA-approved medicines. Neither is priced here. This page covers icosapent ethyl 1 g capsules.
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Recall notice: Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc is recalling some lots of Icosapent Ethyl Capsules (Class II, started Mar 9, 2026). Check your bottle's lot number against the FDA notice (recall number D-0400-2026 and 1 more for other strengths or pack sizes), and ask your pharmacist if you have questions.
FDA sorts recalls into classes: Class I is the most serious and Class III the least.
| Pharmacy | Medication | Price | Shipping & delivery | Total (90 days) | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest per capsuleLicensed U.S. pharmacy A | Icosapent ethyl1 g · genericU.S. pharmacy; maker not listed on its price pageShips from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Oct 29, 2026 | $96.40for 360 capsules$0.27 per capsule | $5.25Delivery time not stated | $101.65 for 90 days= $101.65 for 90 daysincl. $5.25 shippingChecked Oct 29 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per capsuleLicensed U.S. pharmacy B | Icosapent Ethyl 0.5gm Gel Capsule0.5 g · genericMaker listed by pharmacy: Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Ships from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Nov 5, 2026 | $54per 180 capsules · 2 packs = $108$0.30 per capsule | $5Pharmacy's estimate: 2–8 business days | $113 for 90 days= $113 for 90 daysincl. $5 shippingChecked Nov 5 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per capsuleLicensed U.S. pharmacy C | Icosapent ethyl1 g · genericU.S. pharmacy; maker not listed on its price pageShips from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Oct 29, 2026 | $50per 120 capsules · 3 packs = $150$0.42 per capsule | FreePharmacy's estimate: 2–5 days | $150 for 90 days= $150 for 90 daysincl. $0 shippingChecked Oct 29 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per capsuleLicensed U.S. pharmacy D | Icosapentet Ethyl 1g Capsule (Cash price)1 g · genericU.S. pharmacy; maker not listed on its price pageShips from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Nov 11, 2026 | $180for 360 capsules$0.50 per capsule | FreePharmacy's estimate: 3–5 business days | $180 for 90 days= $180 for 90 daysincl. $0 shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per capsuleLicensed U.S. pharmacy B | Icosapent Ethyl 1gm Gel Capsule1 g · genericMaker listed by pharmacy: Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.Ships from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Nov 5, 2026 | $79.20per 120 capsules · 3 packs = $237.60$0.66 per capsule | $5Pharmacy's estimate: 2–8 business days | $242.60 for 90 days= $242.60 for 90 daysincl. $5 shippingChecked Nov 5 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest per capsuleOnline pharmacy E | Icosapent Ethyl (India pack, ships from Mauritius)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.1 g · generic · Filled in MauritiusProduct of India | $446.99for 336 capsules$1.33 per capsule | Fee not publishedDelivery time not stated | $446.99 for 84 days= $478.92 for 90 days+ shippingWorked out from an 84-day orderChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
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90-day cost = 360 capsules at the usual dose of 4 a day, bought as one order of whole packs with one shipping fee. 90-day 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 90 days; we sort by the 90-day amount so pack sizes compare fairly. Prices change often; confirm at checkout. U.S. rows: the cash price a U.S. pharmacy published on its own website on the date shown, for whole fills, plus its standard shipping; no insurance or discount cards. “Fee not published” means the pharmacy doesn’t show its shipping fee before checkout, so that row’s total is the medicine price only.
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Generic Vascepa: icosapent ethyl 1 g capsules. Who makes it, U.S. cash prices, and what licensed pharmacies abroad charge. Also sold as: Vascepa (brand, Amarin), Vazkepa (brand name in Europe and the U.K.)
Icosapent Ethyl names
- Brand name: Vascepa (Amarin)
- Generic name: icosapent ethyl
- Names in Canada: Vascepa (Health Canada Drug Product Database, marketed products, checked Oct 29, 2026)
- Other names: Vazkepa (brand name in Europe and the U.K.)
Icosapent ethyl packs made for other countries are not FDA-approved.
Who makes generic icosapent ethyl in the U.S.
FDA drug listings show FDA-approved generic icosapent ethyl from many makers, including Amneal, Apotex, Aurobindo, Camber (Hetero), Dr. Reddy's, Epic Pharma, Hikma, NorthStar Rx, Qilu, Softgel Healthcare, Teva and Torrent (FDA NDC Directory, checked Oct 29, 2026). Many more companies repackage generic icosapent ethyl under their own labels.
| Strength | U.S. generic | Makers | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 g | Yes | Hikma, Dr. Reddy's, Teva, Apotex, Zydus, Ascent, Torrent, Aurobindo and others | Nov 4, 2020 |
Outside the U.S.: Generic icosapent ethyl made for other countries, such as Dr. Reddy's packs from India, is not FDA-approved. The price table above labels it that way. In Europe and the U.K., the brand is sold as Vazkepa.
Source: FDA Orange Book: icosapent ethyl products. As of Oct 29, 2026.
Icosapent Ethyl FAQ
When did generic Vascepa come out?
The FDA approved Hikma's generic icosapent ethyl in May 2020, and it has been listed as on the U.S. market since November 4, 2020.
How much does generic Vascepa cost without insurance?
In our latest check, 90 days of generic icosapent ethyl 1 g (360 capsules) cost from $101.65 at U.S. pharmacies that post cash prices, shipping included. For comparison, the U.S. list price of brand Vascepa is $354.55 for 120 capsules, a 30-day supply (the maker's price before discounts, as reported to the Texas Department of State Health Services). Prices change often, so check before you buy.
Is icosapent ethyl the same as Vascepa?
Icosapent ethyl is the active ingredient in Vascepa, and the generic name. FDA-approved generic icosapent ethyl capsules have the same medicine and are rated AB, which means the FDA considers them equivalent to Vascepa.
Who makes generic Vascepa in the U.S.?
The FDA Orange Book lists generic icosapent ethyl from Hikma, Dr. Reddy's, Teva, Apotex, Zydus, Ascent, Torrent and Aurobindo, among others.
Is generic icosapent ethyl from abroad FDA-approved?
No. Icosapent ethyl packs made for other countries, like Dr. Reddy's packs from India, are approved by those countries' regulators, not the FDA. The price table labels them “Not FDA-approved.” FDA-approved generics are sold at U.S. pharmacies.
What is the brand name for icosapent ethyl?
The brand name for icosapent ethyl is Vascepa.
Is generic icosapent ethyl approved for heart risk?
The FDA label for Hikma's generic lists only one use: lowering severe high triglycerides (500 mg/dL or more) along with diet. The brand Vascepa label also lists lowering heart risk alongside statins. Ask your pharmacist whether a generic can fill your prescription.
Is icosapent ethyl the same as fish oil?
No. Icosapent ethyl is an FDA-approved prescription medicine made of purified EPA. Fish oil supplements are sold as dietary supplements and are not FDA-approved medicines. Lovaza is a different prescription omega-3.
Brand vs. generic: cost for 90 days
| Option | 90 days |
|---|---|
| Generic icosapent ethyl 1 g, U.S. pharmacy cash priceLowest U.S. pharmacy price we found, checked Oct 29, 2026 | $101.65 |
| Brand Vascepa 1 g from licensed pharmacies abroadLowest price we found, shipping included, checked Nov 11, 2026 | $1,084.95 |
| Brand Vascepa, U.S. list priceBefore insurance; pharmacies may charge more | $1,063.65 |
Lowest in this comparison: Generic icosapent ethyl 1 g, U.S. pharmacy cash price.
90 days = 360 capsules of 1 g. Generic sold abroad is not FDA-approved and is not in this box. Your price with insurance or Medicare depends on your plan.
Generic icosapent ethyl price in the U.S.
| U.S. pharmacy | Strength | Pack | Price | 90 days | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest U.S. pharmacy cash price we found (members see the pharmacy in the price table)360 capsules plus standard shipping | 1 g | 360 capsules | $96.40 | $101.65 | Oct 29, 2026 |
These are cash prices U.S. pharmacies post on their own websites, before insurance. The price table at the top of the page lists every U.S. price we found, by strength. Your local pharmacy can tell you its own price, and it may be different.
Cash prices each pharmacy published on its own website on the date shown, before insurance. 90 days = one order of whole packs (as close to 90 days as the pack sizes allow, never over 92), worked out to 90 days at the usual dose so pack sizes compare fairly. We don't list coupon or discount-card prices. Prices change; confirm with the pharmacy.
Icosapent Ethyl cost at a glance
- FDA-approved generics are sold in the U.S. The FDA has approved generic icosapent ethyl capsules from many companies, including Hikma, Dr. Reddy's, Teva, Apotex and Zydus, rated equivalent to Vascepa. Hikma's has been on the market since November 2020.
- U.S. cash prices: $101.65 for 90 days of icosapent ethyl 1 g (360 capsules) at the lowest U.S. pharmacy we found, shipping included. Every U.S. price we found is in the table above.
- U.S. list prices: 120 capsules of generic icosapent ethyl 1 g run from $48.75 (Xiamen LP) to $301.86, including $105.65 (Zydus) and $120.00 (Hikma), the makers' 2026 prices before discounts. Brand Vascepa is $354.55 for 120 capsules. List prices are what pharmacies pay, not what you pay.
- From online pharmacies abroad: for 90 days of generic icosapent ethyl 1 g made for other countries (not FDA-approved), shipping included (checked Nov 11, 2026).
- How we count: 4 capsules of 1 g a day, the label's dose (2 capsules twice a day with food), so 90 days is 360 capsules.
How much does Icosapent Ethyl cost in the U.S.?
| If you have | What Icosapent Ethyl costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| No insurance (U.S. cash price) | Generic icosapent ethyl 1 g from $101.65 for 90 days (360 capsules) at the lowest U.S. pharmacy we found, shipping included. Prices vary by pharmacy. | Price table above |
| No insurance (U.S. list price) | Generic icosapent ethyl 1 g: $48.75 to $301.86 for 120 capsules, depending on the maker. Brand Vascepa: $354.55 for 120 capsules. These are the makers' 2026 U.S. list prices before discounts. | Texas DSHS 2026 WAC report |
| Private or employer insurance | Your copay depends on your plan's drug list and tier. Amarin's VASCEPA Savings Card is for brand Vascepa only. | Amarin |
| Medicare Part D | Coverage and copay depend on your plan. Check which plans cover icosapent ethyl with Medicare's Plan Finder. | Medicare.gov |
| Medicaid | Your state Medicaid program sets any copay. Ask your pharmacist or state Medicaid office. | Medicaid.gov |
Cash prices are what you pay without insurance. U.S. list prices are the makers' 2026 prices before discounts (Texas DSHS); pharmacies may charge more or less.
Icosapent Ethyl cost with Medicare in 2026
Each Part D plan has its own list of covered drugs and copays, so what you pay for icosapent ethyl depends on your plan (Medicare Plan Finder). In 2026, Part D plans can have a yearly deductible of up to $615, and your out-of-pocket costs for covered drugs are capped at $2,100 a year ($2,400 in 2027) (Medicare.gov). Amarin's savings card and BlinkRx offers are for brand Vascepa and can't be used with Medicare.
| Medicare Part D | What Icosapent Ethyl costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Part D deductible (2026) | Up to $615 a year, depending on your plan | Medicare.gov |
| Yearly out-of-pocket cap (2026) | $2,100 for covered Part D drugs ($2,400 in 2027) | Medicare.gov |
| Which plans cover icosapent ethyl | Search your plan's drug list with your ZIP code | Medicare Plan Finder |
Savings programs from the maker
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 Icosapent Ethyl coupons. Amarin's VASCEPA Savings Card and its BlinkRx cash price are for brand Vascepa only (see the brand page). These programs can lower what you pay for generic icosapent ethyl:
- 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)
- Costco Pharmacy member prices: Costco publishes member prices for many prescriptions, for people with a Costco membership. Non-members can also use Costco pharmacies and pay the regular cash price. Member prices can't be used with insurance, Medicare or Medicaid claims. (Costco Pharmacy)
- Amazon Pharmacy Prime and RxPass: Amazon Pharmacy offers Prime members discounts on many prescriptions, and RxPass, for Prime members, covers a set list of generics for a flat monthly fee. Prime is not required to use Amazon Pharmacy. Prime savings have limits for people with Medicare, Medicaid or Tricare, and RxPass is not open to people with Medicaid or CHIP. (Amazon Pharmacy)
- Discount cards: Discount cards (for example GoodRx or SingleCare) may lower the price at local pharmacies; prices vary by pharmacy and ZIP code.
When people choose brand Vascepa
Some people get brand Vascepa instead of generic icosapent ethyl. Common reasons:
- A prescription marked “dispense as written” (or “brand medically necessary”) tells the pharmacy to fill brand Vascepa, not a generic. State laws set the rules for generic substitution.
- Amarin says eligible patients with commercial insurance, or uninsured adults paying cash, may pay as little as $9 for a 1-month or 3-month fill of brand Vascepa with its savings card, and cash-paying patients can get 30 days of brand Vascepa for $99 through BlinkRx (Amarin). Neither can be used with Medicare or Medicaid.
- The FDA label for Hikma's generic lists only the severe high triglycerides use. The Vascepa label also lists the heart-risk use with statins. Ask your pharmacist whether a generic can fill your prescription.
- Some insurance and Medicare drug plans cover the brand and the generic at different copays, or cover only one of them. Your plan's drug list shows which.
Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.
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- Vascepa prices from $693.18 for 90 days
Lowest 90-day price including shipping, from licensed pharmacies shipping to the U.S., any strength.
What is Icosapent Ethyl used for?
Icosapent ethyl is a purified prescription form of EPA, an omega-3 fatty acid, the same medicine as in Vascepa. The FDA label for Vascepa (DailyMed) lists these uses. The label for Hikma's generic (DailyMed) lists only the second one:
- Along with the highest statin dose a person can tolerate, to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, procedures to open heart arteries, and hospital stays for unstable angina in adults with high triglycerides (150 mg/dL or more) who have heart disease, or diabetes plus 2 or more other heart risk factors.
- Along with diet, to lower triglycerides in adults with severe high triglycerides (500 mg/dL or more).
Generic icosapent ethyl comes as 1 g and 0.5 g capsules; this page prices the 1 g capsules. The label's daily dose is 4 grams, taken as two 1 g capsules twice a day with food. It has no boxed warning. The label warns about heart rhythm problems (atrial fibrillation or flutter), bleeding, and possible allergic reactions in people allergic to fish or shellfish. Check the label that comes with your medicine. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.
Is it safe to order Icosapent Ethyl from Canada?
Many Americans do, but U.S. law and customs rules apply. 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 declared in FD&C Act 804(j)(1), 21 U.S.C. 384(j)(1), that enforcement against individuals should focus on imports posing a significant threat to public health. You need a prescription from your doctor. New U.S. Customs rules for mailed orders start January 20, 2027. Generic icosapent ethyl sold abroad is not FDA-approved, and FDA-approved generics are sold in the U.S.
Read our guide to buying prescription drugs from Canada and what the 2027 customs rules mean. Compare licensed Canadian pharmacies.
Sources
- FDA Orange Book: icosapent ethyl products (Vascepa NDA 202057; AB-rated generics from Hikma, Dr. Reddy's, Teva, Apotex, Zydus, Ascent, Torrent, Aurobindo; checked Oct 29, 2026)
- FDA NDC Directory: icosapent ethyl listings (Hikma 0054-0508 marketing start 2020-11-04)
- VASCEPA U.S. prescribing information (DailyMed) (uses, dose and warnings)
- Hikma icosapent ethyl capsules label (DailyMed) (severe hypertriglyceridemia use only)
- Texas DSHS: 2026 annual WAC report (generic icosapent ethyl 1 g x120 $48.75 to $301.86 (Zydus $105.65, Hikma $120.00); Vascepa $354.55)
- Amarin: VASCEPA Savings Program (brand Vascepa only; checked Oct 27, 2026)
- Medicare.gov: costs in drug plans (2026 deductible up to $615; out-of-pocket cap $2,100 in 2026, $2,400 in 2027)
- Medicare Plan Finder
- Social Security: Medicare Extra Help
- Medicare Prescription Payment Plan
- Medicaid.gov: cost sharing
- FDA: personal importation
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