Colonoscopy prep costs $14 to $250 per kit in 2026
Colonoscopy prep costs $14 to $250 per kit in 2026. GoodRx lists an average retail price of $95.42 for Suprep and $54.22 for GoLYTELY. SingleCare says kits like Sutab, Suprep, and Plenvu can cost $150 to $250. Drugs.com lists MoviPrep at about $131. The brand and your coupon decide the price. After insurance, SingleCare says people pay a median of $10 for high volume prep and $60 for low volume prep.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| GoodRx | GoodRx lists Suprep at a $95.42 average retail price and $32.98 with a coupon, and GoLYTELY at $54.22 retail and $14.13 with a coupon. |
| SingleCare | SingleCare says kits like Sutab, Suprep, and Plenvu can cost $150 to $250, and people pay a median of $10 for high volume prep after insurance. |
| Drugs.com | Drugs.com says MoviPrep costs around $131 for one powder for reconstitution. |
Colonoscopy prep cost by kit
| Kit | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| GoLYTELY | $54.22 average retail, $14.13 with coupon | GoodRx |
| MoviPrep | $90.23 average retail, $41.07 with coupon | GoodRx |
| Suprep | $95.42 average retail, $32.98 with coupon | GoodRx |
| Plenvu | $178.17 average retail, $160.66 with coupon | GoodRx |
| MiraLAX, 30 doses | $25.26 retail, $13.02 with coupon | GoodRx |
| MoviPrep | About $131 | Drugs.com |
| Sutab, Suprep, or Plenvu | $150 to $250 | SingleCare |
| After insurance, low volume prep | Median of $60 | SingleCare |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Brand of kit | Some brands cost far more than others. GoodRx lists a $178.17 average retail price for Plenvu, $95.42 for Suprep, and $54.22 for GoLYTELY. |
| Coupons | A discount card can cut the price a lot at some stores. GoodRx lists Suprep at $32.98 with a coupon, down from a $95.42 average retail price. |
| Pharmacy | The same kit can cost different amounts by store. GoodRx lists Plenvu from $153.38 at Meijer to $178.89 at CVS and Target. |
| Insurance | Plans cover some kits and not others. SingleCare says people pay a median of $10 for high volume prep and $60 for low volume prep after insurance. |
| Store bought mix | A plan built from store items costs far less. SingleCare lists MiraLAX at about $23 and Dulcolax at $5 to $10, but ask your doctor first. |
What the price includes
A prep kit holds the laxative powder or tablets and, with some brands, a mixing container. It does not include the colonoscopy, the doctor, or sedation, which are billed apart. Clear drinks for the prep day cost extra. Your doctor tells you which kit to buy and how to take it. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Some plans pay for a bowel prep, but not every brand. SingleCare says insurance might not cover the costly kits, and that people pay a median of $10 for high volume prep and $60 for low volume prep after insurance. Ask your plan which kits it covers before you fill the order. If your doctor wants a brand your plan will not cover, ask for a covered kit or a form for prior approval. Compare the copay with the coupon price at the counter, because the coupon can be lower for some kits.
How to judge your quote
- Which brand does the doctor want, and does your plan cover it?
- What is the coupon price compared with the cash price?
- Is the full kit in the box, or do you buy items apart?
- Do other stores nearby charge less for the same kit?
- Compare the total with the range above: $14 to $250 per kit for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Compare coupon prices before you pay. GoodRx lists Suprep at $32.98 with a coupon versus a $95.42 average retail price.
- Ask your doctor if a cheaper kit works for you. GoodRx lists GoLYTELY at $14.13 with a coupon, far below the low volume brands.
- Check your plan before you buy. SingleCare says insured people pay a median of $10 for high volume prep, so a covered kit may cost little.
- Call two or three pharmacies. GoodRx lists Plenvu at $153.38 at Meijer and $178.89 at CVS, so the store changes the bill.
- Ask if a cheaper kit with the same drugs is on your plan list. Switching brands, with your doctor's approval, can lower your cost.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from GoodRx, SingleCare and Drugs.com. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does colonoscopy prep cost?
GoodRx lists average retail prices from $54.22 for GoLYTELY to $178.17 for Plenvu. SingleCare says Sutab, Suprep, and Plenvu can cost $150 to $250.
Is there a cheap way to do colonoscopy prep?
SingleCare lists MiraLAX at about $23 and Dulcolax at $5 to $10 for a store bought plan. Only use this if your doctor says it is safe for your test.
Does insurance cover bowel prep?
SingleCare says insurance might not cover some kits. After insurance, people pay a median of $10 for high volume prep and $60 for low volume prep.
Can a coupon lower the price?
Yes. GoodRx lists Suprep at $32.98 and GoLYTELY at $14.13 with a coupon. Plenvu only drops to $160.66.
How much is MoviPrep?
GoodRx lists an average retail price of $90.23, or $41.07 with a coupon. Drugs.com lists about $131.