Save money on Locoid (Hydrocortisone Butyrate) with coupons, discount cards, patient assistance programs, and other strategies. Prices and tips for 2026.
If you've looked at the price tag on Locoid (Hydrocortisone Butyrate 0.1%) without insurance, you know it can be a shock. Brand-name Locoid can cost $150 to $400+ for a single tube, depending on the formulation and size. Even with insurance, copays can be steep if Locoid is on a higher formulary tier.
The good news? There are real ways to bring that cost down — sometimes dramatically. Here's everything you need to know about saving money on Locoid in 2026.
Let's start with the baseline. Here's what you can expect to pay at the pharmacy counter without insurance or discount programs:
The price difference is enormous. Switching from brand-name Locoid to generic Hydrocortisone Butyrate can save you $100-$300+ per prescription. If your doctor prescribed brand-name Locoid, ask your pharmacist about generic substitution — in most states, they can make the switch automatically unless the prescription says "Dispense As Written."
Pharmacy discount cards and coupons are one of the easiest ways to reduce your out-of-pocket cost, especially if you don't have insurance or if your insurance copay is high.
These cards negotiate group pricing with pharmacies. You present the card at the counter (physical or digital), and the pharmacy applies the discounted price. They're free to use and can sometimes beat insurance copays.
Pro tip: Prices vary significantly between pharmacies even with the same discount card. Always compare prices at 3-4 pharmacies before filling. Warehouse pharmacies like Costco often have the lowest prices, and you typically don't need a Costco membership to use their pharmacy.
Bausch Health has periodically offered copay savings cards for brand-name Locoid products. These are designed for commercially insured patients and can reduce copays to as low as $25-$50. Availability varies — check bauschhealth.com or ask your doctor's office if a current savings card is available.
Important: Manufacturer copay cards typically cannot be used with Medicare, Medicaid, or other government insurance programs. They're only for patients with commercial (private) insurance.
If you're uninsured or underinsured and struggling to afford Locoid, patient assistance programs (PAPs) may help you get the medication for free or at a significantly reduced cost.
Bausch Health offers a patient assistance program for eligible patients who cannot afford their medications. Eligibility typically requires:
Apply through bauschhealth.com or call their patient assistance hotline. Your doctor's office may need to submit paperwork on your behalf.
This is the single biggest money-saver. Generic Hydrocortisone Butyrate 0.1% contains the exact same active ingredient at the same concentration as brand-name Locoid. The only differences are in inactive ingredients (the base or vehicle). For most patients, the generic works just as well.
Potential savings: $100-$300+ per prescription
The same medication can have wildly different prices at different pharmacies — even in the same neighborhood. Always check prices at:
Price per gram often decreases with larger tube sizes. If you use Hydrocortisone Butyrate regularly, a 45g tube is typically a better value than a 15g tube. Ask your doctor to prescribe the larger size if appropriate for your treatment plan.
Many insurance plans offer 90-day supplies through mail-order at a lower per-fill cost than monthly retail fills. Even without insurance, some mail-order pharmacies offer competitive pricing on generic medications.
If cost is a major barrier, ask your doctor about more affordable mid-potency topical steroids. Triamcinolone Acetonide 0.1% is often available for as little as $5-$20 in generic form — a fraction of what even generic Hydrocortisone Butyrate costs. Read more about alternatives to Locoid.
If your insurance doesn't cover Locoid or places it on a high tier, ask your doctor to submit a prior authorization with clinical documentation explaining why Locoid is necessary. Some insurers will move it to a lower tier if alternatives have been tried and failed.
No one should have to skip their skin medication because of cost. Whether it's switching to generic Hydrocortisone Butyrate ($30-$80 vs. $150-$400+ for brand), using a discount card to save 20-50%, or applying for patient assistance if you're uninsured, there are real options to make Locoid affordable.
Start by checking Medfinder to find Locoid in stock near you, then compare prices with a discount card before filling. Every dollar saved on medication is a dollar you keep.
For more information about Locoid, read What Is Locoid: Uses, Dosage, and What You Need to Know. If you're having trouble finding it, check our guide to finding Locoid in stock.
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