How Much Does Benzonatate Cost in Mexico vs the USA?
Sold in Mexico as Benzonatato 100.0 MG Aurax 20 Cápsulas Caja, Benzonatato 100 mg Oral 20 cápsulas Marca del Ahorro, Tesalon Tesaperl Tos Seca 20 Cápsulas Caja Benzonatato 100 MG. Also known by the brand names Tesalon, Aurax, Marca del Ahorro, Pharben, Apotex, Yza and 5 more.
Prices updated:
Available Strengths
Price per unit varies noticeably between doses — worth comparing.
Price per unit by strength (generic)
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Generic pricing — 24 tablet
EXCEDRIN DLOR CBZA TAB C24 Caja con 24 tabletasgeneric$3.98$0.17 / unit
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Generic pricing — 100mg capsule
Mexico
Prices range $1.69–$10.26 between pharmacies we track — worth comparing.
BENZONATATO 100 MG 20 CAPSULASgeneric$1.69$0.08 / unit
Benzonatato Apotex 100Mg 20 Capsgeneric$2.40$0.12 / unit
Benzonatato 100 mg, 20 Cápsulas Pharmalife.generic$2.40$0.12 / unit
Benzonatato 100 mg Medimart 20 cápsulasgeneric$2.57$0.13 / unit
Benzonatato De 100 mg Caja Con 20 Cápsulas - Benzonatatogeneric$3.27$0.16 / unit
Benzonatato 100 mg Oral 20 cápsulas Marca del Ahorrogeneric$3.81$0.19 / unit- Pharben Benzonatato 100Mg 20 Capsgeneric$6.93$0.35 / unit
- Tesalon Tesaperl Tos Seca 100 mg 20 Cápsulas, 1 pz.generic$9.35$0.47 / unit
TESALON 100 MG 20 CAPSULASgeneric$9.88$0.49 / unit- Tesalon Perlas 100Mg 20 Capsgeneric$10.26$0.51 / unit
United States
For comparison — here's what the same product typically costs at US pharmacies.
Retail prices range $10.41–$17.27 between pharmacies we track — coupon prices vary too.
Benzonatategeneric$17.27$10.41with pharmacy coupon$0.35 / unit
Benzonatategeneric$17.27$13.24with pharmacy coupon$0.44 / unit
Benzonatategeneric$17.27$13.24with pharmacy coupon$0.44 / unit- Benzonatategeneric$17.27$14.99with pharmacy coupon$0.50 / unit
Benzonatategeneric$17.27$0.58 / unit
Benzonatategeneric$17.27$0.58 / unit
Benzonatategeneric$17.27$0.58 / unit
Benzonatategeneric$17.27$0.58 / unit
Benzonatategeneric$17.27$0.58 / unit
In Mexico, the generic saves you 19.2% vs the brand-name product.
Brand-name pricing — 100mg capsule
Mexico
Prices range $2.48–$17.84 between pharmacies we track — worth comparing.
Cápsulas Progelben 100mg Caja con 20 Cápsulasbrand$2.48$0.12 / unit
Texoven 100mg con 20 Cápsulasbrand$3.02$0.15 / unit
Benzonatato 100.0 MG Aurax 20 Cápsulas Cajabrand$3.02$0.15 / unit- Yza Benzonatato 100mg 20 capsbrand$3.12$0.16 / unit
- Benzonatato (Alpharma) 100mg con 20 Cápsulasbrand$3.23$0.16 / unit
Progelben 20 Cap 100 Mg Benzonatato Gen 1 Pzbrand$3.39$0.17 / unit
Farmacias Benavides 100 mg Benzonatato 20 Cápsulasbrand$4.40$0.22 / unit- Tesalon Tesaperl Tos Seca 20 Cápsulas Caja Benzonatato 100 MGbrand$8.69$0.43 / unit
TESALON 100MG CAP CAJ C/20brand$8.71$0.44 / unit- TESAPERL 100MG CAP CAJ C/20brand$8.86$0.44 / unit
- Tesalon Tesaperl 100 mg Benzonatato 20 Cápsulasbrand$11.33$0.57 / unit
- Tesalon Tesaperl Tos Seca Benzonatato 100 mg 20 Cápsulasbrand$17.84$0.89 / unit
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Brand-name pricing — 100mg + 100mg capsule
- VELPRO CAP. 100 MG. CAJA C/20 100 mg Caja con 20 cápsulasbrand$2.03$0.10 / unit
Showing pharmacy listings for 250mg + 65mg tablet
Generic pricing — 250mg + 65mg tablet
Excedrin 250/250/65Mg Mig24Tabgeneric$15.39
Showing pharmacy listings for capsule
Brand-name pricing — capsule
- Tesalon Tesaperl Tos seca 20 Cápsulasbrand$11.04$0.55 / unit
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Generic pricing — capsule
- Tesalon Tesaperl Tos Seca 20 Capsgeneric$11.10$0.55 / unit
Showing pharmacy listings for tablet
Generic pricing — tablet
Mexico
Prices range $5.72–$6.42 between pharmacies we track — worth comparing.
- Excedrin Dolores Fuertes, 24 Tabletas.generic$5.72$0.24 / unit
- Excedrin 24 Tabsgeneric$6.42$0.27 / unit
In Mexico, the brand-name product is actually about 5.4% cheaper than the generic here.
Brand-name pricing — tablet
Mexico
Prices range $5.20–$6.19 between pharmacies we track — worth comparing.
- Excedrin con 24 Tabletasbrand$5.20$0.22 / unit
- Excedrin Dolores Fuertes 24 Tabletasbrand$5.89$0.25 / unit
- Excedrin Dolores Fuertes 24 Tabletasbrand$6.19$0.26 / unit
FDA Drug Information
Official prescribing information
Excerpted from the FDA-approved label (Bryant Ranch Prepack) — not medical advice. Always read the full label and talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
What It's Used For
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Benzonatate is indicated for the symptomatic relief of cough.
Dosage & Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adults and Children over 10 years of age: Usual dose is one 100 mg or 200 mg capsule three times a day as needed for cough. If necessary to control cough, up to 600 mg daily in three divided doses may be given . Benzonatate should be swallowed whole. Benzonatate Capsules are not to be broken,…
Contraindications
CONTRAINDICATIONS Hypersensitivity to benzonatate or related compounds.
Warnings
WARNINGS Hypersensitivity Severe hypersensitivity reactions (including bronchospasm, laryngospasm and cardiovascular collapse) have been reported which are possibly related to local anesthesia from sucking or chewing the capsule instead of swallowing it. Severe reactions have required intervention with vasopressor…
Possible Side Effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS Potential Adverse Reactions to benzonatate may include: Hypersensitivity reactions including bronchospasm, laryngospasm, cardiovascular collapse possibly related to local anesthesia from chewing or sucking the capsule. CNS: sedation; headache; dizziness; mental confusion; visual hallucinations. GI:…
Similar Medications
Other forms of Benzonatate
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a generic version of Benzonatate?
Yes, Benzonatate is available both as a brand-name product and as a generic.
Does the price of Benzonatate change with the dose?
Yes - the price per unit for Benzonatate (tablet) varies noticeably between the 3 strengths we track. Check the dosage table above to find the best value for your prescription.
How can I save money on Benzonatate?
Compare prices for Benzonatate across Mexican and US pharmacies above to find the lowest price, and check whether a generic version is available - generics are typically cheaper than the brand-name product.
Data & Disclaimers
Prices last checked: October 3, 2026.
Prices are collected periodically from pharmacy websites and public pricing sources and are shown for general reference only — actual prices can vary by pharmacy, location, and over time. Frontera Rx is not a pharmacy and does not sell medication; we don't provide medical advice. Always confirm the current price and availability with the pharmacy before you buy or travel. Read our full disclaimer.
*NADAC markup is a reference figure: how many times higher a US retail price is than the National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC), a public wholesale benchmark published by the US government. It reflects one factor in how US retail drug prices are set; we show it as neutral background information, not as a judgment about any pharmacy or program. For this product, the US retail price runs about 8.2× the NADAC reference.