ACTIQ vs CODEINE SULFATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. ACTIQ and CODEINE SULFATE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	ACTIQ	CODEINE SULFATE
Rating	New	72/100
Pharmacy pays	$9.51 /mL	~$20.44 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	FENTANYL CITRATE	CODEINE SULFATE
Manufacturer	Cephalon	Hikma
Dosage forms	Lozenge	Tablet
Drug class	Opioid Agonist	Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Treats	Pain	Cough, Pain

actiq codeine sulfate

Rating

New

72/100

Pharmacy pays

$9.51 /mL

~$20.44 /30

Type

Active ingredient

FENTANYL CITRATE

CODEINE SULFATE

Manufacturer

Cephalon

Hikma

Dosage forms

Lozenge

Tablet

Drug class

Opioid Agonist

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Pain

Cough, Pain

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Actiq and Codeine Sulfate?

Actiq contains Fentanyl Citrate, while Codeine Sulfate contains Codeine Sulfate — they have different active ingredients.

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.