ASENAPINE MALEATE vs SAPHRIS
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$73.98 /30
~$73.98 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
ASENAPINE MALEATE
ASENAPINE MALEATE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet
Drug class
Atypical Antipsychotic
Atypical Antipsychotic
Boxed warning
Half-life
about 24 hours (terminal/elimination half-life)
about 24 hours (terminal/elimination half-life)
Treats
Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia
Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia
Frequently asked questions
Which is better-rated, Asenapine Maleate or Saphris?
Asenapine Maleate and Saphris are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.
Which is cheaper, Asenapine Maleate or Saphris?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $73.98 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 Asenapine Maleate and Saphris?
Both Asenapine Maleate and Saphris share the active ingredient Asenapine Maleate.
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.