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AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE vs MEXITIL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE and MEXITIL 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.

amiodarone hydrochloridemexitil

Rating

68/100
72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$3.68 /30
~$8.44 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE
MEXILETINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Fresenius Kabi USA
Boehringer Ingelheim

Dosage forms

Injectable, Tablet
Capsule

Drug class

Antiarrhythmic
Antiarrhythmic

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

Supraventricular Tachycardia, Ventricular Fibrillation
Diabetic Neuropathies, Ventricular Fibrillation, Ventricular Premature Complexes

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Amiodarone Hydrochloride or Mexitil?

By our independent rating, Mexitil scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Amiodarone Hydrochloride. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Amiodarone Hydrochloride or Mexitil?

Amiodarone Hydrochloride costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $3.68 vs $8.44 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 Amiodarone Hydrochloride and Mexitil?

Amiodarone Hydrochloride contains Amiodarone Hydrochloride, while Mexitil contains Mexiletine 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.