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ATACAND vs AVAPRO

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ATACAND and AVAPRO 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.

atacandavapro

Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$16.27 /30
~$3.36 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL
IRBESARTAN

Manufacturer

Ani Pharms
Sanofi Aventis US

Dosage forms

Tablet
Tablet

Drug class

Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blocker
Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blocker

Boxed warning

Boxed warning
Boxed warning

Treats

Diabetic Nephropathies, Heart Failure, Hypertension
Diabetic Nephropathies, Hypertension, Left Ventricular Dysfunction

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Atacand or Avapro?

Atacand and Avapro are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Atacand or Avapro?

Avapro costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $3.36 vs $16.27 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 Atacand and Avapro?

Atacand contains Candesartan Cilexetil, while Avapro contains Irbesartan — 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.