ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL

GenericOver the Counter (OTC)

NADAC acquisition cost data for ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL. This is a generic medication, typically more affordable than brand-name equivalents.

Live DataLast updated: April 12, 2026·Source: CMS NADAC & Medicare Part D

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Sources: CMS NADAC, FDA NDC DirectoryUpdated: Data from 2022-12-21 · Verified April 2026How we compile →

NADAC Price Overview

Average Price

$2.03

per per gram

Min Price

$0.3740

Max Price

$2.50

NDC Count: 3Pricing Unit: GMPharmacy Type: C/I

NADAC Pricing Details (20 NDCs)

NDC	NADAC/Unit	Effective Date	Type
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx

Key Takeaways

Price varies significantly: $0.3740 to $2.50 per unit (6.7x range). Shopping around could save you money.
ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL is a generic over the counter (otc) medication, typically more affordable than brand-name equivalents.
Medicare Part D spent $2.9M on this drug in 2023, covering 4,155 beneficiaries.
Medicare spending increased by 81.5% from 2019 to 2023 ($1.6M to $2.9M).
Available from 3 different NDC listings, giving patients and pharmacies more sourcing options.

Medicare Part D Spending — Adapalene

Generic: Adapalene | Manufacturer: Overall

Year	Total Spending	Claims	Beneficiaries	Cost/Unit
2019	$1.6M	10,033	5,578	$3.09
2020	$1.9M	11,325	5,885	$3.05
2021	$2.5M	11,780	5,495	$3.50
2022	$4.4M	8,476	4,037	$7.76
2023	$2.9M	8,847	4,155	$4.74

5-Year CAGR (cost/unit): 11.3%

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Medicare Spending by State

State	Total Cost	Claims	Beneficiaries
New York	$1.7M	1,100	497
California	$113.3K	910	466
Michigan	$86.9K	670	338
Texas	$78.5K	413	222
Florida	$70.1K	476	233
Pennsylvania	$68.8K	482	195
North Carolina	$62.2K	375	156
Wisconsin	$49.0K	328	142
Massachusetts	$47.4K	240	115
Ohio	$44.3K	281	119
Missouri	$42.0K	222	89
Minnesota	$40.7K	275	131
New Jersey	$37.1K	262	130
Virginia	$33.3K	189	98
Maryland	$28.8K	220	104
Connecticut	$27.6K	189	62
Illinois	$27.3K	152	74
Washington	$25.8K	191	82
Georgia	$25.3K	166	98
Indiana	$23.9K	160	89
Tennessee	$20.4K	159	74
South Carolina	$16.6K	116	59
Louisiana	$15.2K	95	37
Puerto Rico	$13.5K	85	44
Colorado	$12.7K	103	52
Arizona	$12.4K	94	44
Kansas	$11.4K	53	27
Alabama	$9.8K	75	37
Utah	$8.4K	62	31
Hawaii	$7.2K	71	36
South Dakota	$7.2K	41	13
Iowa	$7.1K	53	25
Kentucky	$6.9K	28	25
New Hampshire	$6.9K	41	22
Nebraska	$6.5K	36	17
Nevada	$6.3K	37	20
District of Columbia	$6.3K	52	28
Oregon	$5.6K	49	26
Arkansas	$5.6K	35	13
Montana	$4.9K	29	11
Maine	$4.7K	36	12
New Mexico	$4.5K	26	12
Rhode Island	$4.3K	23	N/A
Oklahoma	$4.2K	26	13
Idaho	$3.8K	33	19
Delaware	$3.4K	20	N/A
West Virginia	$3.2K	23	18
North Dakota	$2.6K	19	N/A

Related Generic Drugs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL?

ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL is a generic over the counter (otc) medication. It is tracked in the NADAC database with a current average price of $2.03 per per gram.

How much does ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL cost?

Based on NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) data, ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL has an average price of $2.03 per per gram. Prices range from $0.3740 to $2.50. Actual retail prices may vary by pharmacy and location.

Is ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL a generic drug?

Yes, ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL is classified as a generic medication. Generic drugs are required by the FDA to have the same active ingredients, strength, and dosage form as their brand-name counterparts, but are typically available at significantly lower prices.

Is Adapalene covered by Medicare Part D?

Yes, Adapalene (Adapalene) is included in Medicare Part D spending data. In 2023, total Medicare spending on this drug was $2.9M. Medicare Part D plans may cover this medication, but coverage varies by plan. Check with your specific Part D plan for details.

Where does DrugPricePeek get its drug pricing data?

All pricing data comes from the NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) database published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare spending data comes from the Medicare Part D Spending by Drug dataset. FDA drug details come from the National Drug Code Directory. All sources are official U.S. government data.

How can I save money on ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL?

To reduce costs on ADAPALENE 0.1% GEL: Compare prices at different pharmacies. Check if your insurance or Medicare plan covers it. Look into patient assistance programs from the manufacturer. Consider mail-order pharmacies for maintenance medications. GoodRx and similar services may offer additional discounts.

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NADAC Pricing Details (20 NDCs)

NDC	NADAC/Unit	Effective Date	Type
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx
68462040355	$2.50	2022-02-23	Rx

Year

Total Spending

Claims

Beneficiaries

Cost/Unit

2019

$1.6M

10,033

5,578

$3.09

2020

$1.9M

11,325

5,885

$3.05

2021

$2.5M

11,780

5,495

$3.50

2022

$4.4M

8,476

4,037

$7.76

2023

$2.9M

8,847

4,155

$4.74