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BENZAMYCIN vs COR-OTICIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. BENZAMYCIN and COR-OTICIN 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

74/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.05 /g
$0.15 /g

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

BENZOYL PEROXIDE AND ERYTHROMYCIN
HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE AND NEOMYCIN SULFATE

Dosage forms

Kit
Drops

Drug class

—
—

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

—
about 1.5 hours

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Benzamycin or Cor-Oticin?

By our independent rating, Benzamycin scores higher — 3.7 vs 3.5 out of 5 for Cor-Oticin. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Benzamycin or Cor-Oticin?

Benzamycin costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.05 vs $0.15 per gm, 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 Benzamycin and Cor-Oticin?

Benzamycin contains Benzoyl Peroxide and Erythromycin, while Cor-Oticin contains Hydrocortisone Acetate and Neomycin Sulfate — 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.