The average cost for 60 capsules of 2.5mg of Dronabinol is $68.60 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 80.63% off the average retail price of $354.08.
CapsuleDosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
2.5mg | 60 capsules | $68.60 | $1.14 |
5mg | 60 capsules | $131.90 | $2.20 |
10mg | 30 capsules | $121.99 | $4.07 |
Typical dosage for Dronabinol
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Low appetite and weight loss from AIDS: The typical starting dose is 2.5 mg by mouth twice daily, taken 1 hour before lunch and dinner. In general, your prescriber will help adjust your dose based on your needs.
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Nausea and vomiting from cancer medications: Your prescriber will calculate your dose from your body surface area (BSA, measured in m2). This takes into account your height and weight.
- The typical starting dose is 5 mg/m2 that's taken by mouth a few times per day. Your prescriber will adjust your dose depending on how well it's helping you and any side effects.
- Take the first dose on an empty stomach, 1 to 3 hours before chemotherapy. After chemotherapy, take a dose every 2 to 4 hours for up to 4 to 6 doses per day, with or without food.
The dose might be lower for older adults.
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Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCPRobert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP, started his full-time career as a clinical pharmacist at UCLA Health in the general medicine, general cardiology, and ICU units after completing residency in 2016. He also was the preceptor for the general medicine rotation from 2017 to 2021, which was a required rotation for all pharmacy residents.
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