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Compare ADHD Medication and Adderall Prices

· By RxDiff Savings Team · Reviewed by Thomas Tang, PharmD · Last reviewed: June 2026 · How we review content

ADHD medication prices vary by the exact product, strength, quantity, pharmacy and location. Confirm the prescription details, then compare current prices on RxDiff before filling.

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Price snapshot

Price snapshot: generic mixed amphetamine salts, 30 x 10 mg tablets (30-day supply), Reno, NV 89501, as of September 26, 2026. Cancer Care Specialists: $15.40; Walgreens Specialty: $16.37; Valley: $16.97. Source: RxGo pricing data. Prices are estimates and vary by pharmacy, ZIP code and day. See current prices on the Adderall price page. Controlled substance rules vary by state.

How to Compare Adderall and Adderall XR Prices

Use the exact name on the prescription when comparing prices. Ask your pharmacist if you need help confirming which product is listed.

Use the RxDiff Adderall price page for the named Adderall brand product and the RxDiff Adderall XR price page for the named Adderall XR brand product. These pages currently compare the named brand products. Do not interpret their results as generic mixed amphetamine salts prices unless the displayed data explicitly identifies a generic product.

  1. Confirm the prescribed product name.
  2. Confirm the strength, dosage form and quantity.
  3. Enter the location where the prescription will be filled.
  4. Compare current results for that exact prescription.
  5. Confirm the price and discount-card acceptance with the pharmacy.

Brand and Generic Product Names Matter

Confirm the product, form, strength and quantity written on the prescription before comparing. Ask your pharmacist if you need help matching the product.

Ask your pharmacist which products are currently available for the prescription. Consult product information and discuss any change with your prescriber.

Ask your prescriber or pharmacist before changing a medicine. Compare current prices for the exact prescription on RxDiff.

Discount Cards for ADHD Prescriptions

Ask the pharmacy whether a discount offer applies to the exact prescription and confirm the current amount before filling.

Ask the pharmacy and your plan how any price option applies to your exact prescription and plan documents before choosing.

Controlled-Substance Rules for ADHD Prescriptions

Requirements for a prescription may depend on the medicine and your circumstances. Ask your prescriber and pharmacy which current rules apply.

Ask your prescriber and pharmacy about current quantity, timing, transfer, and visit requirements for your prescription. Check your state's rules where relevant.

Confirm the requirements for the prescription with the prescriber and pharmacy. Do not assume that every patient has the same quantity limit, transfer option or visit schedule.

Prior Authorization and Insurance Coverage

Ask your plan whether information or approval is needed for the prescription, and ask what current documents and process apply.

Medication choice should not be based on price alone. If a plan does not cover the prescribed product, discuss the plan's response and medically appropriate options with the prescriber.

Medicare, Medicaid and Medication Information

Ask the specific plan or state Medicaid agency about the prescription and check current plan documents. You can use Medicare's official plan comparison to find plan information.

For general ADHD information, see the National Institute of Mental Health ADHD overview. Consult the FDA drug database for medication information and ask your pharmacist or prescriber about your specific product.

ADHD medication prices vary by pharmacy, location, product, strength and quantity. Confirm current prices and controlled-substance requirements with the pharmacy and prescriber. This page is informational and does not replace advice from a licensed prescriber or pharmacist. RxDiff is not a pharmacy, insurer or healthcare provider.

Compare Current Adderall Prices Near You

Confirm the prescribed brand product, strength and quantity, then compare current pharmacy results. RxDiff is free, with no account or insurance required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Adderall cost without insurance?

There is no single typical price. A September 26, 2026 Reno snapshot for 30 generic mixed amphetamine salts 10 mg tablets showed estimated prices of $15.40 to $16.97 at three pharmacies. Those are local generic estimates, not brand Adderall prices or a nationwide range.

Is generic Adderall available?

Generic mixed amphetamine salts are available for some prescriptions. Brand Adderall and Adderall XR are different formulations; ask the pharmacist whether a generic matches your exact prescription and is available, and discuss any change with your prescriber.

How can I save on Adderall if my prescription is hard to find?

Check whether a pharmacy can fill the exact prescribed product before relying on a price quote. Compare its cash and accepted discount-card prices, then confirm the final amount; a lower quote does not guarantee stock. Ask your prescriber before changing products or pharmacies because controlled-substance requirements may apply.

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Editorial disclosure: RxDiff Editorial Team guides are for prescription price and savings information. They are not medical advice. Verify current prices, eligibility, and health information with the pharmacy, prescriber, pharmacist, or official source.

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