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ACZONE vs VALGANCICLOVIR HYDROCHLORIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 5, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ACZONE and VALGANCICLOVIR HYDROCHLORIDE 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.

aczonevalganciclovir hydrochloride

Rating

70/100
72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$23.71 /30
~$56.48 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

DAPSONE
VALGANCICLOVIR HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Almirall
Actavis Labs Fl Inc

Dosage forms

Topical
Tablet

Drug class

Sulfone
Cytomegalovirus Nucleoside Analog Dna Polymerase Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None
Boxed warning

Treats

Dermatitis Herpetiformis, Relapsing Polychondritis, Lepromatous Leprosy
Aids-Related Opportunistic Infections, Cytomegalovirus Retinitis

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Aczone or Valganciclovir Hydrochloride?

By our independent rating, Valganciclovir Hydrochloride scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.5 out of 5 for Aczone. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Aczone or Valganciclovir Hydrochloride?

Aczone costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $23.71 vs $56.48 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Aczone and Valganciclovir Hydrochloride?

Aczone contains Dapsone, while Valganciclovir Hydrochloride contains Valganciclovir Hydrochloride — 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.