Dronabinol
droNABinol 2.5MG
What is Dronabinol?
Dronabinol is a prescription medication primarily used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy and to stimulate appetite in patients with AIDS. It works by mimicking the effects of naturally occurring cannabinoids in the body. Common side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, and changes in mood. For cost-saving options, users can find coupons and refill prescriptions online at Rx.com.Side Effects
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Fast or slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
- Lightheadedness or fainting
Warnings
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, drug or alcohol abuse problems, or a history of seizures or mental health problems (including depression, mania, or schizophrenia).
- Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
- This medicine may cause some people to become drowsy, dizzy, lightheaded, or to feel a false sense of well-being. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Standing up slowly from a sitting or lying position can lessen the chance of getting dizzy.
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What is Dronabinol ?
Dronabinol is a prescription medication primarily used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy and to stimulate appetite in patients with AIDS. It works by mimicking the effects of naturally occurring cannabinoids in the body. Common side effects may include dizziness, drowsiness, and changes in mood. For cost-saving options, users can find coupons and refill prescriptions online at Rx.com.- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Fast or slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
- Lightheadedness or fainting
- Seizures
- Unusual changes in mood or behavior, feeling depressed
- Headache, anxiety, or nervousness
- Loss of coordination or weakness
- Red eyes or vision changes
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, drug or alcohol abuse problems, or a history of seizures or mental health problems (including depression, mania, or schizophrenia).
- Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
- This medicine may cause some people to become drowsy, dizzy, lightheaded, or to feel a false sense of well-being. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Standing up slowly from a sitting or lying position can lessen the chance of getting dizzy.
- Do not breastfeed while taking this medicine and for 9 days after your last dose, if you are being treated for nausea and vomiting caused by cancer medicines.
- Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.
- Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
- Do not breastfeed. You can spread HIV or AIDS to your baby through your breast milk.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Change in mood or behaviorHigh or low blood pressureSeizures
Dronabinol Coupons & Prices
droNABinol 2.5MG
Dronabinol prices by dosage
Lowest cash price with a free Rx.com coupon vs. the average retail price.
| Dosage | Quantity | Retail price | Rx.com price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5mg · Capsule | 60 | $369.99 | $80.98 |
| 5mg · Capsule | 60 | $680.99 | $162.68 |
| 10mg · Capsule | 60 | $1,580.37 | $262.23 |
Cash prices near ZIP 77433; updated regularly. Actual pharmacy price may vary.
Dronabinol is a prescription capsule, FDA-approved for appetite loss in AIDS-related weight loss and for chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting that hasn't responded to standard antiemetics. A dronabinol coupon can help lower your cost, since cash prices for this generic vary by pharmacy. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price near you.
What Is Dronabinol and How Does It Work?
Dronabinol is a synthetic form of THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) available as an oral capsule. It's FDA-approved to treat anorexia associated with weight loss in patients with AIDS, and to treat nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy in patients who haven't responded adequately to conventional antiemetic treatments. Dronabinol capsules were originally sold as the brand Marinol and are now widely available as an FDA-approved generic capsule, classified as a Schedule III controlled substance.
Comparing Dronabinol Prices
Because dronabinol capsules are dispensed mainly as a generic, cash prices can vary significantly between pharmacies, and as a controlled substance some pharmacies may need to special-order it. Rx.com compares prices at more than 60,000 U.S. pharmacies so you can find a lower price or use a free coupon, whether or not you have insurance.
- Prices vary by pharmacy, strength, and quantity
- Call ahead, since not every pharmacy stocks a controlled substance like dronabinol
- A coupon can help if you're uninsured or your copay is high
Dronabinol vs. Other Formulations
A related brand, Syndros, is an oral liquid form of dronabinol; it's only available as a brand and is classified in a stricter controlled-substance schedule than the capsule because the liquid form is easier to misuse. Other antiemetics for chemotherapy-related nausea, like ondansetron, work through different mechanisms and may be used alone or alongside dronabinol depending on your treatment plan.
Safety Information
Dronabinol is a Schedule III controlled substance with potential for misuse. It can worsen mania, depression, or schizophrenia, so providers typically screen for a psychiatric history before starting it and monitor for new or worsening symptoms during treatment. This is general information, not medical advice — talk to your provider or pharmacist about whether dronabinol is appropriate for you.
This Dronabinol information was written and reviewed against authoritative U.S. medical sources — MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine), DailyMed, and FDA prescribing information — and checked for accuracy. It is provided for education and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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Reviewed against FDA labeling · Last reviewed July 2026
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