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ALBENDAZOLE vs MODURETIC 5-50

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ALBENDAZOLE and MODURETIC 5-50 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.

Rating

72/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$131.25 /30
~$6.00 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

ALBENDAZOLE
AMILORIDE HYDROCHLORIDE AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE

Manufacturer

Dosage forms

Tablet
Tablet

Drug class

Anthelmintic

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 6 to 15 hours (the label reports a range, not a single number)

Treats

Ancylostomiasis, Clonorchiasis, Echinococcosis

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Albendazole or Moduretic 5-50?

By our independent rating, Albendazole scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.5 out of 5 for Moduretic 5-50. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Albendazole or Moduretic 5-50?

Moduretic 5-50 costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $6.00 vs $131.25 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 Albendazole and Moduretic 5-50?

Albendazole contains Albendazole, while Moduretic 5-50 contains Amiloride Hydrochloride and Hydrochlorothiazide — 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.