BELSOMRA vs SONATA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. BELSOMRA and SONATA 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.

Attribute	BELSOMRA	SONATA
Rating	70/100	64/100
Pharmacy pays	—	~$4.60 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	SUVOREXANT	ZALEPLON
Manufacturer	Merck Sharp Dohme	Pfizer
Dosage forms	Tablet	Capsule
Drug class	—	Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid A Receptor Agonist
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders	Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

belsomra sonata

Rating

70/100

64/100

Pharmacy pays

—

~$4.60 /30

Type

Active ingredient

SUVOREXANT

ZALEPLON

Manufacturer

Merck Sharp Dohme

Pfizer

Dosage forms

Tablet

Capsule

Drug class

—

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid A Receptor Agonist

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Belsomra or Sonata?

By our independent rating, Belsomra scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.2 out of 5 for Sonata. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Belsomra and Sonata?

Belsomra contains Suvorexant, while Sonata contains Zaleplon — 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.