Brand-name prescription
Rectiv
nitroglycerin
Compare your options
| Compare | RectivBrand name | Authorized genericWithout the Rectiv name | Regular genericnitroglycerin |
|---|---|---|---|
| What pharmacies pay | $618per 30 g tube | Not sold | Lowest$249per 30 g tube |
| Same as Rectiv? | The original | – | Same active ingredientFillers and dyes can differ |
| Ways to save | No maker card | – | Ask for it by name |
| With insurance | Brand co-pay, usually the highest | – | Usually the lowest co-pay |
No authorized generic: There isn’t one.
Prices are the average U.S. drugstores pay (source: Medicaid, September 23, 2026). What you pay depends on your plan or the pharmacy.
What pharmacies pay
The average U.S. drugstores pay for each strength (source: Medicaid, September 23, 2026). What you pay depends on your plan or the pharmacy.
| Strength | Rectiv | Regular generic |
|---|---|---|
| 0.4% ointmentper 30 g tube | $618 | $249 |
Good to know
- A regular generic has the same active ingredient, strength and form as Rectiv, and the FDA requires it to work the same way. Its fillers and dyes can differ, so it may look different.
- There’s no authorized generic of Rectiv.
- We didn’t find a savings card from Rectiv’s maker.
- Don’t stop or change a medicine without talking to your pharmacist or prescriber.