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Quick answerThe FDA lists brand Rayos as discontinued in the U.S. FDA-approved generic delayed-release prednisone is sold here; the Texas 2026 drug price filing lists the 2 mg strength at $2,347.79 for 30 tablets. Ask your pharmacist for the cash price.
Name check: Rayos releases prednisone about 4 hours after you take it. Regular (immediate-release) prednisone tablets are a different product and aren't priced here.
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Rayos (prednisone delayed-release) 1, 2 and 5 mg tablets, a steroid for many conditions. The FDA lists the brand as discontinued; a generic is sold.
Rayos cost at a glance
- Brand Rayos is listed as discontinued in the U.S. The FDA's Drugs@FDA database lists all three Rayos strengths as discontinued, and the FDA drug listing has no Rayos product today (Drugs@FDA, checked 2026-11-11).
- Generic Rayos is sold in the U.S. The FDA has approved generic delayed-release prednisone tablets (1, 2 and 5 mg) from Dr. Reddy's (FDA Orange Book). The Texas 2026 drug price filing lists a 30-tablet bottle of the 2 mg strength at $2,347.79 (Texas DSHS).
- U.S. list price for the brand: there isn't one on this page, because the FDA lists brand Rayos as discontinued in the U.S.
- How we compare: the dose is set for each person and can range from 5 to 60 mg a day at the start, so there's no standard number of tablets a day. We list each pharmacy's packs as sold and compare the price per tablet.
- From pharmacies we compared: we found no delayed-release prednisone offers that met our listing rules in our latest check.
- 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 Rayos cost in the U.S.?
| If you have | What Rayos costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| No insurance (brand list price) | None. The FDA lists brand Rayos as discontinued in the U.S. FDA-approved generic delayed-release prednisone is sold here; see the next row. | Drugs@FDA |
| No insurance (generic delayed-release prednisone) | FDA-approved generic delayed-release prednisone tablets are sold in the U.S. The Texas 2026 filing lists Dr. Reddy's 2 mg at $2,347.79 for 30 tablets (about $78.26 per tablet). Ask your pharmacist for the cash price. | Texas DSHS 2026 WAC report |
| Private or employer insurance | Your copay depends on your plan's drug list. Ask your plan whether it covers delayed-release prednisone. | 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 FDA lists brand Rayos as discontinued in the U.S. (Drugs@FDA), so this page shows no U.S. list price for the brand. FDA-approved generic delayed-release prednisone tablets from Dr. Reddy's are sold here; the Texas 2026 drug price filing lists the 2 mg strength at $2,347.79 for 30 tablets (Texas DSHS). This is a list price (the maker's wholesale price before discounts); what a pharmacy charges can differ.
Rayos 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 delayed-release prednisone depends on your plan's drug list.
| Medicare Part D | What Rayos 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 |
Rayos 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 Rayos coupons. Brand Rayos is listed as discontinued in the U.S. These programs can help with the cost of the generic:
- 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 Rayos?
Yes. The FDA has approved generic delayed-release prednisone tablets in 1, 2 and 5 mg from Dr. Reddy's. FDA drug listings show the 1 mg and 2 mg tablets on the market since December 15, 2025, and the 5 mg since August 12, 2026. The FDA lists brand Rayos as discontinued in the U.S.
| Strength | U.S. generic | Makers | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mg | Yes | Dr. Reddy's | Dec 15, 2025 |
| 2 mg | Yes | Dr. Reddy's | Dec 15, 2025 |
| 5 mg | Yes | Dr. Reddy's | Aug 12, 2026 |
Outside the U.S.: Online pharmacies abroad may sell delayed-release prednisone made for other markets. Those packs are not FDA-approved.
Source: FDA Orange Book: prednisone products. As of Nov 11, 2026.
Compare Rayos with similar drugs
Another steroid medicine people often compare with Rayos. Prices are for each drug's lowest-priced strength.
| Drug | Type | Lowest price we found | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medrolmethylprednisolone | Steroid medicine (corticosteroid) | From $0.17 per 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 Rayos used for?
Rayos (prednisone delayed-release) is a corticosteroid, a medicine that calms inflammation and the immune system. According to the FDA label for prednisone delayed-release tablets (DailyMed), it is used for many conditions, including:
- Rheumatic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, and other inflammatory diseases.
- Severe allergic conditions, asthma and flare-ups of COPD.
- Certain skin, eye, blood, gut, kidney and nervous system diseases.
- Some hormone (endocrine) conditions, certain cancers, and organ transplant rejection.
The tablets start releasing prednisone about 4 hours after they are taken, and are taken once a day with food, swallowed whole (not broken, split or chewed). The label's first dose is 5 mg once a day; starting doses can range from 5 to 60 mg a day depending on the condition, then the lowest dose that works is used. It must not be used by people allergic to prednisone. The label has no boxed warning. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.
Is it safe to order Rayos from Canada?
Many Americans do, but U.S. law and customs rules apply, and for Rayos, compare the U.S. price of FDA-approved generic delayed-release prednisone 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.
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 Rayos without insurance?
The FDA lists brand Rayos as discontinued in the U.S., so this page shows no U.S. list price for it. FDA-approved generic delayed-release prednisone is sold here: the Texas 2026 drug price filing lists Dr. Reddy's 2 mg at $2,347.79 for 30 tablets. Ask your pharmacist for the cash price.
Is there a generic Rayos?
Yes. The FDA has approved generic delayed-release prednisone tablets (1, 2 and 5 mg) from Dr. Reddy's. Ask your pharmacist whether a generic can fill your prescription.
Was Rayos discontinued?
The FDA's Drugs@FDA database lists Rayos 1 mg, 2 mg and 5 mg tablets as discontinued in the U.S., and the FDA drug listing has no Rayos product today. Generic delayed-release prednisone is still sold here.
Is Rayos the same as regular prednisone?
Both contain prednisone, but Rayos is a delayed-release tablet that starts releasing the medicine about 4 hours after you take it. Regular prednisone tablets release it right away. They aren't priced together here. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.
Is there a Rayos coupon or savings card?
eDrugSearch doesn't offer coupons of its own. Brand Rayos is listed as discontinued in the U.S.; ask your pharmacist for the cash price of the generic. If you have Medicare and limited income, Extra Help can lower what you pay for prescriptions.
How much does Rayos 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.
Sources
- Drugs@FDA: RAYOS (NDA 202020) (1, 2 and 5 mg delayed-release tablets listed as discontinued; no current NDC listing; checked 2026-11-11)
- FDA Orange Book: prednisone products
- FDA NDC Directory: Dr. Reddy's prednisone delayed-release 5 mg (NDC 43598-888) (ANDA 218035, marketing start August 12, 2026; 1 mg and 2 mg (NDC 43598-886/887, ANDA 219477) start December 15, 2025)
- Texas DSHS: 2026 annual WAC report (Dr. Reddy's prednisone DR 2 mg, 30 tablets (NDC 43598-0887-30): $2,347.79; no Rayos brand row)
- Prednisone delayed-release tablets: U.S. prescribing information (DailyMed) (generic label (Dr. Reddy's), effective September 23, 2026: uses, dose, contraindications)
- 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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