ALLOPURINOL vs ZYLOPRIM
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$1.66 /30
~$1.66 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
ALLOPURINOL
ALLOPURINOL
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet
Drug class
Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor
Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 1 to 2 hours (parent drug)
about 1 to 2 hours (parent drug)
Treats
Gout
Gout
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Allopurinol or Zyloprim?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $1.66 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 Allopurinol and Zyloprim?
Both Allopurinol and Zyloprim share the active ingredient Allopurinol.
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.