ACYCLOVIR IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% PRESERVATIVE FREE vs ACYCLOVIR SODIUM
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$4.83 /30
~$4.83 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
ACYCLOVIR SODIUM
ACYCLOVIR SODIUM
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Injectable
Injectable
Drug class
Herpes Simplex Virus Nucleoside Analog Dna Polymerase Inhibitor
Herpes Simplex Virus Nucleoside Analog Dna Polymerase Inhibitor
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 2.5 to 3.3 hours
about 2.5 to 3.3 hours
Treats
Chickenpox, Herpes Genitalis, Herpes Labialis
Chickenpox, Herpes Genitalis, Herpes Labialis
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Acyclovir in Sodium Chloride 0.9% Preservative Free or Acyclovir Sodium?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.83 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 Acyclovir in Sodium Chloride 0.9% Preservative Free and Acyclovir Sodium?
Both Acyclovir in Sodium Chloride 0.9% Preservative Free and Acyclovir Sodium share the active ingredient Acyclovir 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.