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ABITREXATE vs XATMEP

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Rating

New
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$4.92 /30
~$4.92 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

METHOTREXATE SODIUM
METHOTREXATE SODIUM

Manufacturer

Dosage forms

Injectable
Solution

Drug class

Folate Analog Metabolic Inhibitor
Folate Analog Metabolic Inhibitor

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 3 to 10 hours
about 3 to 10 hours

Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Breast Neoplasms
Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Breast Neoplasms

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Abitrexate or Xatmep?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.92 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Abitrexate and Xatmep?

Both Abitrexate and Xatmep share the active ingredient Methotrexate Sodium.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.