Brand-name prescription
Solu-Cortef
hydrocortisone
Compare your options
| Compare | Solu-CortefBrand name | Authorized genericWithout the Solu-Cortef name | Regular generichydrocortisone |
|---|---|---|---|
| What pharmacies pay | from$22.58–51.43per vial | Not sold | Lowest$14.62per vial |
| Same as Solu-Cortef? | 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 | Solu-Cortef | Regular generic |
|---|---|---|
| 100 mg act-O-vialper vial | $22.58 | $14.62 |
| 250 mg act-O-vialper vial | $51.43 | – |
Good to know
- A regular generic has the same active ingredient, strength and form as Solu-Cortef, 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 Solu-Cortef.
- We didn’t find a savings card from Solu-Cortef’s maker.
- Don’t stop or change a medicine without talking to your pharmacist or prescriber.