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U.S. list price
$4,372.14 for 90 days (720 capsules)The maker's price for brand Pentasa before discounts · Source: Texas DSHS 2026 WAC report
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$0.51 per capsule$365.13 for 90 days (720 capsules), shipping included · brand Pentasa 500 mg, not FDA-approved · ships from Mauritius
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Prices checked Nov 11, 2026 · Page updated November 12, 2026 · By the eDrugSearch team · How we check pharmacies and prices

Quick answerAs of Nov 11, 2026, brand Pentasa 500 mg costs from $365.13 for 90 days at licensed pharmacies abroad we compared, vs. $4,372.14 at the U.S. list price ($1,457.38 for 30 days). FDA-approved generic mesalamine ER capsules are sold in the U.S.

Name check: Lialda, Asacol HD, Delzicol and Apriso are other mesalamine products with different strengths and release types. They aren't priced on this page.

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For comparison U.S. pharmacy list price: $4,372.14 for 90 days ($6.07 per capsule), brand Pentasa 500 mg before insurance. The prices below are from U.S. pharmacies that publish cash prices and from licensed online pharmacies outside the U.S.

PharmacyMedicationPriceShipping & deliveryTotal (90 days)Buy
Online pharmacy APentasa Tab (Turkey pack, ships from Mauritius) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.Made for Turkey$354.99for 700 capsules$0.51 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$354.99 for 88 days= $365.13 for 90 daysSave 92%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Licensed online pharmacy BPentasa 500mg (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India$374for 700 capsules$0.53 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$374 for 88 days= $384.69 for 90 daysSave 91%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 600 (BRAND FROM TURKEY) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in TurkeyMade for sale in Turkey.Product of Turkey$309for 600 capsules$0.52 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$323.95 for 75 days= $388.74 for 90 daysSave 91%Worked out from a 75-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Licensed online pharmacy BPentasa 500mg (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusProduct of Mauritius$384for 700 capsules$0.55 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$384 for 88 days= $394.97 for 90 daysSave 91%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 300 (BRAND FROM TURKEY) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in TurkeyMade for sale in Turkey.Product of Turkey$171per 300 capsules · 2 packs = $342$0.57 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$356.95 for 75 days= $428.34 for 90 daysSave 90%Worked out from a 75-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy APentasa Tab (India pack, ships from Mauritius) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.Made for India$417.99for 700 capsules$0.60 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$417.99 for 88 days= $429.93 for 90 daysSave 90%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 400 (BRAND FROM TURKEY) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in TurkeyMade for sale in Turkey.Product of Turkey$228for 400 capsules$0.57 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$242.95 for 50 days= $437.31 for 90 daysSave 90%Worked out from a 50-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy DPentasa (India pack, ships from Mauritius) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusProduct of India$442.05for 700 capsules$0.63 per capsuleFee not publishedDelivery time not stated$442.05 for 88 days= $454.68 for 90 days+ shippingSave 90%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy EPENTASA (EU pack, ships from Mauritius) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusProduct of EU$445.53for 700 capsules$0.64 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$445.53 for 88 days= $458.26 for 90 daysSave 90%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy FPENTASA (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusProduct of Mauritius$447.92for 700 capsules$0.64 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$447.92 for 88 days= $460.72 for 90 daysSave 89%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy GPentasa (India pack, ships from Mauritius) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusProduct of India$467.99for 700 capsules$0.67 per capsuleFee not publishedDelivery time not stated$467.99 for 88 days= $481.36 for 90 days+ shippingSave 89%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 200 (BRAND FROM TURKEY) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in TurkeyMade for sale in Turkey.Product of Turkey$135per 200 capsules · 3 packs = $405$0.68 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$419.95 for 75 days= $503.94 for 90 daysSave 88%Worked out from a 75-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 100 (BRAND FROM TURKEY) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in TurkeyMade for sale in Turkey.Product of Turkey$70per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $490$0.70 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$504.95 for 88 days= $519.38 for 90 daysSave 88%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 600 (BRAND FROM NEW ZEALAND) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in New ZealandProduct of New Zealand$431.25for 600 capsules$0.72 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$446.20 for 75 days= $535.44 for 90 daysSave 88%Worked out from a 75-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy EPENTASA (EU pack, ships from New Zealand) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in New ZealandProduct of EU$524.95for 700 capsules$0.75 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$524.95 for 88 days= $539.95 for 90 daysSave 88%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy HPentasa (India pack, ships from Mauritius) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusProduct of India$515.35for 700 capsules$0.74 per capsule$9.95Delivery time not stated$525.30 for 88 days= $540.31 for 90 daysSave 88%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy IPentasa (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Maker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Pharmaceuticals$131.72per 180 capsules · 4 packs = $526.88$0.73 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$541.83 for 90 days= $541.83 for 90 daysSave 88%incl. $14.95 shippingChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy FPENTASA (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in New ZealandProduct of New Zealand$527.34for 700 capsules$0.75 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$527.34 for 88 days= $542.41 for 90 daysSave 88%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 90 (BRAND FROM INDIA) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India$66.50per 90 capsules · 8 packs = $532$0.74 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$546.95 for 90 days= $546.95 for 90 daysSave 87%incl. $14.95 shippingChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 500 (PENTASA SLOW RELEASE BRAND FROM UK) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in UKProduct of UK$374for 500 capsules$0.75 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$388.95 for 63 days= $560.09 for 90 daysSave 87%Worked out from a 63-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy IPentasa (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in New ZealandMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring$551.15for 700 capsules$0.79 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$566.10 for 88 days= $582.27 for 90 daysSave 87%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 500 (BRAND FROM NEW ZEALAND) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in New ZealandProduct of New Zealand$390for 500 capsules$0.78 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$404.95 for 63 days= $583.13 for 90 daysSave 87%Worked out from a 63-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 400 (PENTASA SLOW RELEASE BRAND FROM UK) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in UKProduct of UK$319for 400 capsules$0.80 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$333.95 for 50 days= $601.11 for 90 daysSave 86%Worked out from a 50-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy JPentasa (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in United KingdomMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.$90per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $630$0.90 per capsule$9.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$639.95 for 88 days= $658.23 for 90 daysSave 85%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy EPENTASA (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in UKProduct of UK$647.93for 700 capsules$0.93 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$647.93 for 88 days= $666.44 for 90 daysSave 85%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy FPENTASA (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in United KingdomProduct of United Kingdom$650.32for 700 capsules$0.93 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$650.32 for 88 days= $668.90 for 90 daysSave 85%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy KPentasa Tab (Mesalamine) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in TurkeyMade for sale in Turkey.Maker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.$96.64per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $676.48$0.97 per capsuleFreePharmacy's estimate: 2–3 weeks$676.48 for 88 days= $695.81 for 90 daysSave 84%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 300 (PENTASA SLOW RELEASE BRAND FROM UK) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in UKProduct of UK$285per 300 capsules · 2 packs = $570$0.95 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$584.95 for 75 days= $701.94 for 90 daysSave 84%Worked out from a 75-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy KPentasa Tab (Mesalamine) (India pack, ships from Mauritius) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in MauritiusMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.Made for India$99.99per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $699.93$1.00 per capsuleFreePharmacy's estimate: 2–3 weeks$699.93 for 88 days= $719.93 for 90 daysSave 84%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Licensed Canadian pharmacy LPentasa ER (Mesalamine Extended Release) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaProduct of Canada$106.95per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $748.65$1.07 per capsule$14.99Delivery time not stated$763.64 for 88 days= $785.46 for 90 daysSave 82%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy JPentasa (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.$108per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $756$1.08 per capsule$9.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$765.95 for 88 days= $787.83 for 90 daysSave 82%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 100 (PENTASA SLOW RELEASE BRAND FROM UK) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in UKProduct of UK$111per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $777$1.11 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$791.95 for 88 days= $814.58 for 90 daysSave 81%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy KPentasa SR (Mesalamine) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in United KingdomMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Pharmaceuticals$121.29per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $849.03$1.21 per capsuleFreePharmacy's estimate: 2–3 weeks$849.03 for 88 days= $873.29 for 90 daysSave 80%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy APentasa Tab (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.$128.31per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $898.17$1.28 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$898.17 for 88 days= $923.83 for 90 daysSave 79%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy KPentasa Tab (Mesalamine) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.$128.74per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $901.18$1.29 per capsuleFreePharmacy's estimate: 2–3 weeks$901.18 for 88 days= $926.93 for 90 daysSave 79%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy APentasa SR (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in United KingdomMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Pharmaceuticals$129.47per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $906.29$1.29 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$906.29 for 88 days= $932.18 for 90 daysSave 79%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy MBrand Pentasa 500mg Tablet (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Maker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Pharmaceuticals$130per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $910$1.30 per capsuleFee not publishedDelivery time not stated$910 for 88 days= $936 for 90 days+ shippingSave 79%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Licensed Canadian pharmacy NPentasa Tab (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaMaker listed by pharmacy: Ferring Inc.$129.44per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $906.08$1.29 per capsule$9.95Pharmacy's estimate: 3–6 weeks$916.03 for 88 days= $942.20 for 90 daysSave 78%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 100 (BRAND FROM NEW ZEALAND) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in New ZealandProduct of New Zealand$131.25per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $918.75$1.31 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$933.70 for 88 days= $960.38 for 90 daysSave 78%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 500 (BRAND FROM CANADA) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaProduct of Canada$722for 500 capsules$1.44 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$736.95 for 63 days= $1,061.21 for 90 daysSave 76%Worked out from a 63-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Licensed online pharmacy BPentasa 500mg (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in New ZealandProduct of New Zealand$158per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $1,106$1.58 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$1,106 for 88 days= $1,137.60 for 90 daysSave 74%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 200 (BRAND FROM CANADA) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaProduct of Canada$338per 200 capsules · 3 packs = $1,014$1.69 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$1,028.95 for 75 days= $1,234.74 for 90 daysSave 72%Worked out from a 75-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy EPENTASA (EU pack, ships from Canada) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaProduct of EU$171.63per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $1,201.41$1.72 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$1,201.41 for 88 days= $1,235.74 for 90 daysSave 72%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy FPENTASA (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaProduct of Canada$174.02per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $1,218.14$1.74 per capsuleFreeDelivery time not stated$1,218.14 for 88 days= $1,252.94 for 90 daysSave 71%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 100 (BRAND FROM CANADA) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaProduct of Canada$200per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $1,400$2.00 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$1,414.95 for 88 days= $1,455.38 for 90 daysSave 67%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Licensed U.S. pharmacy OPentasa 250mg Capsules250 mg · brandU.S. pharmacy; maker not listed on its price pageShips from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Nov 11, 2026$338.40per 90 capsules · 8 packs = $2,707.20$3.76 per capsule$5Pharmacy's estimate: 2–8 business days$2,712.20 for 90 days= $2,712.20 for 90 daysincl. $5 shippingChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy PU.S. shipping limitedPentasa (Mesalamine) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in TurkeyMade for sale in Turkey.Product of Turkey$93per 100 capsules · 7 packs = $651$0.93 per capsule$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 8–14 business days$665.95 for 88 days= $684.98 for 90 daysSave 84%Worked out from an 88-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 800 (BRAND FROM TURKEY) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in TurkeyMade for sale in Turkey.Product of Turkey$320for 800 capsules$0.40 per capsuleOver 3-month supply$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$334.95 for 100 days= $301.46 for 90 daysSave 93%Worked out from a 100-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy
Online pharmacy CPENTASA ER 500MG TABLET 800 (BRAND FROM CANADA) (extended-release tablet; U.S. Pentasa is a capsule)500 mg · brand · Filled in CanadaProduct of Canada$800for 800 capsules$1.00 per capsuleOver 3-month supply$14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks$814.95 for 100 days= $733.46 for 90 daysSave 83%Worked out from a 100-day orderChecked Nov 11See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy

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90-day cost = 720 capsules at the usual dose of 8 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 of the same strength (500 mg); rows for other strengths show no saving. 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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Pentasa price by strength

StrengthLowest brand90 daysPrice per capsule
Pentasa 500 mg$365.13$0.51

Lowest 90-day 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 capsule is for that lowest pack, before shipping. Prices checked Nov 11, 2026.

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90-day prices from 11 licensed pharmacies abroad shipping to the U.S.: $365.13 to $1,455.38, any strength, shipping included.

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Pentasa (mesalamine) extended-release capsules for ulcerative colitis, in 250 mg and 500 mg. The label dose is 1 g four times a day. U.S. generics are sold.

Pentasa cost at a glance

  • Generic Pentasa is sold in the U.S. The FDA has approved generic mesalamine extended-release capsules rated equivalent to Pentasa: 500 mg from Sun Pharma, and 250 mg and 500 mg from Sandoz (FDA Orange Book).
  • U.S. list price: $728.69 for a bottle of 120 Pentasa 500 mg capsules, which lasts 15 days at the label dose. That's $1,457.38 for 30 days and $4,372.14 for 90 days. A bottle of 240 capsules of 250 mg also lists at $728.69. These are the maker's wholesale prices before discounts (Texas DSHS).
  • How we count: 8 capsules a day, because the label dose is 1 g (two 500 mg capsules) four times a day. So 90 days is 720 capsules of 500 mg. With 250 mg capsules the same dose takes 16 a day, so our 90-day figures for 250 mg cover only 45 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: $365.13 to $1,455.38 for 90 days of brand Pentasa 500 mg, shipping included (checked Nov 11, 2026). The U.S. list price for 90 days is $4,372.14.

How much does Pentasa cost in the U.S.?

If you haveWhat Pentasa costsSource
No insurance (list price)$728.69 for 120 capsules of Pentasa 500 mg (15 days at the label dose), so $1,457.38 for 30 days. A bottle of 240 capsules of 250 mg is also $728.69. Pharmacies may charge more.Texas DSHS 2026 WAC report
No insurance (generic mesalamine ER capsules)FDA-approved generic mesalamine extended-release capsules (250 mg and 500 mg) are sold in the U.S. by Sun Pharma and Sandoz. Ask your pharmacist for the cash price.FDA Orange Book
Private or employer insuranceYour copay depends on your plan's drug list. Ask your plan or pharmacist what you'd pay for brand Pentasa and for the generic.FDA Orange Book
Medicare Part DYour 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
MedicaidYour state Medicaid program sets any copay. Ask your pharmacist or state Medicaid office.Medicaid.gov

Takeda's U.S. list price for Pentasa is $728.69 for 120 capsules of 500 mg and the same for 240 capsules of 250 mg (Texas DSHS). At the label dose of 1 g four times a day, either bottle lasts 15 days, so 30 days comes to $1,457.38. This is the maker's wholesale price before discounts. FDA-approved generic mesalamine extended-release capsules are sold in the U.S.

Pentasa 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 brand Pentasa or generic mesalamine depends on your plan's drug list.

Medicare Part DWhat Pentasa costsSource
Part D deductibleNo Medicare drug plan may have a deductible above $615 in 2026. Some plans have none.Medicare.gov
Yearly out-of-pocket capOnce 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

Pentasa coupons and savings programs

How do you pay?

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 Pentasa coupons. These Medicare programs can help with the cost of brand Pentasa or generic mesalamine:

  • 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 Pentasa?

Yes. The FDA has approved generic mesalamine extended-release capsules rated equivalent to Pentasa: Sun Pharma's 500 mg (approved May 11, 2022) and Sandoz's 250 mg and 500 mg (approved March 10, 2026). FDA drug listings show Sun's on the market since May 13, 2022.

StrengthU.S. genericMakersSince
250 mgYesSandozJul 21, 2026
500 mgYesSun Pharma, SandozMay 13, 2022

Outside the U.S.: Online pharmacies abroad may also sell generic mesalamine made for other markets. Those packs are not FDA-approved, and the price table labels them that way.

Source: FDA Orange Book: mesalamine extended-release capsules. As of Nov 11, 2026.

Compare Pentasa with similar drugs

Other ulcerative colitis medicines people often compare with Pentasa, such as Lialda and Asacol HD (also mesalamine). Prices are for each drug's lowest-priced strength.

DrugTypeLowest price we foundLink
LialdamesalamineUlcerative colitis medicine (aminosalicylate)$163.86 for 90 daysSee prices
Asacol HDmesalamine delayed-releaseUlcerative colitis medicine (aminosalicylate)$97.43 for 90 daysSee prices
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What is Pentasa used for?

Pentasa (mesalamine) is an aminosalicylate, a medicine that calms inflammation in the lining of the bowel. According to its FDA label (DailyMed), it is used:

  • To bring mildly to moderately active ulcerative colitis into remission (induction) and to treat its symptoms, in adults.

Pentasa comes as 250 mg and 500 mg extended-release capsules. The label dose is 1 g four times a day (two 500 mg or four 250 mg capsules each time). The capsules are swallowed whole, or opened and sprinkled on applesauce or yogurt. The label calls for kidney tests before starting and during treatment. Pentasa has no boxed warning. It must not be used by people allergic to salicylates or aminosalicylates. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.

Is it safe to order Pentasa from Canada?

Many Americans do, but U.S. law and customs rules apply, and for Pentasa, compare the U.S. price of FDA-approved generic mesalamine 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. In Canada, Ferring sells Pentasa as extended-release tablets (500 mg and 1 g), suppositories and enemas, not capsules (Health Canada).

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 Pentasa without insurance?

The U.S. list price of Pentasa 500 mg is $728.69 for 120 capsules, which lasts 15 days at the label dose, so about $1,457.38 for 30 days (the maker's wholesale price before discounts). Licensed pharmacies abroad charged from $365.13 for 90 days of brand Pentasa 500 mg in our latest check (Nov 11, 2026). FDA-approved generic mesalamine ER capsules are also sold in the U.S.

Is there a generic Pentasa?

Yes. The FDA has approved generic mesalamine extended-release capsules rated equivalent to Pentasa, from Sun Pharma (500 mg) and Sandoz (250 mg and 500 mg). Ask your pharmacist whether a generic can fill your prescription.

How many Pentasa capsules a day?

The label dose is 1 g four times a day. That's 8 capsules a day of 500 mg, or 16 a day of 250 mg. So a bottle of 120 capsules of 500 mg lasts 15 days.

Is there a Pentasa coupon or savings card?

eDrugSearch doesn't offer coupons of its own. FDA-approved generic mesalamine ER capsules are sold in the U.S.; ask your pharmacist for the cash price. If you have Medicare and limited income, Extra Help can lower what you pay for prescriptions.

How much does Pentasa 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. Ask your plan how it covers brand Pentasa and generic mesalamine. People with limited income can apply for Extra Help.

Is Pentasa the same as Lialda?

No. Both contain mesalamine, but Lialda is a 1.2 g delayed-release tablet taken once a day, while Pentasa is an extended-release capsule taken four times a day. Their generics aren't swapped for each other. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.

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