ALBENDAZOLE vs XARTEMIS XR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. ALBENDAZOLE and XARTEMIS XR 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	ALBENDAZOLE	XARTEMIS XR
Rating	72/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$131.25 /30	$0.03 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ALBENDAZOLE	ACETAMINOPHEN AND OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Alembic	Mallinckrodt
Dosage forms	Tablet	Tablet, extended release
Drug class	Anthelmintic	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	—	about 3.5 to 4 hours
Treats	Ancylostomiasis, Clonorchiasis, Echinococcosis	—

albendazole xartemis xr

Rating

72/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$131.25 /30

$0.03 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

ALBENDAZOLE

ACETAMINOPHEN AND OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Alembic

Mallinckrodt

Dosage forms

Tablet

Tablet, extended release

Drug class

Anthelmintic

—

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

—

about 3.5 to 4 hours

Treats

Ancylostomiasis, Clonorchiasis, Echinococcosis

—

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Albendazole or Xartemis XR?

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

What is the difference between Albendazole and Xartemis XR?

Albendazole contains Albendazole, while Xartemis XR contains Acetaminophen and Oxycodone 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.