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ASENAPINE MALEATE vs HALOPERIDOL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. ASENAPINE MALEATE and HALOPERIDOL 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

70/100
68/100

Pharmacy pays

~$73.98 /30
~$5.06 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

ASENAPINE MALEATE
HALOPERIDOL

Dosage forms

Tablet
Injectable, Tablet

Drug class

Atypical Antipsychotic
Typical Antipsychotic

Half-life

about 24 hours (terminal/elimination half-life)

Treats

Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia
Child Behavior Disorders, Tourette Syndrome, Psychotic Disorders

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Asenapine Maleate or Haloperidol?

By our independent rating, Asenapine Maleate scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Haloperidol. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Asenapine Maleate or Haloperidol?

Haloperidol costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $5.06 vs $73.98 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 Asenapine Maleate and Haloperidol?

Asenapine Maleate contains Asenapine Maleate, while Haloperidol contains Haloperidol — 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.