ARESTIN vs SOLODYN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	ARESTIN	SOLODYN
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$11.02 /30	~$11.02 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE	MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Orapharma	Bausch
Dosage forms	Powder	Tablet, extended release
Drug class	Tetracycline-Class Drug	Tetracycline-Class Drug
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 15.5 hours (range 11 to 22 hours)	about 15.5 hours (range 11 to 22 hours)
Treats	Acne Vulgaris, Anthrax, Borrelia Infections	Acne Vulgaris, Anthrax, Borrelia Infections

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Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$11.02 /30

Type

Active ingredient

MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Orapharma

Bausch

Dosage forms

Powder

Tablet, extended release

Drug class

Tetracycline-Class Drug

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 15.5 hours (range 11 to 22 hours)

Treats

Acne Vulgaris, Anthrax, Borrelia Infections

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Arestin or Solodyn?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $11.02 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 Arestin and Solodyn?

Both Arestin and Solodyn share the active ingredient Minocycline Hydrochloride.

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.