BREKIYA (AUTOINJECTOR) vs D.H.E. 45
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
New
Pharmacy pays
$34.84 /mL
$34.84 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
DIHYDROERGOTAMINE MESYLATE
DIHYDROERGOTAMINE MESYLATE
Dosage forms
Injectable
Injectable
Drug class
Ergotamine Derivative
Ergotamine Derivative
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
about 9 to 13 hours, depending on the form
about 9 to 13 hours, depending on the form
Treats
Cluster Headache, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Orthostatic Hypotension
Cluster Headache, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Orthostatic Hypotension
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Brekiya (Autoinjector) or D.H.E. 45?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $34.84 per ml, 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 Brekiya (Autoinjector) and D.H.E. 45?
Both Brekiya (Autoinjector) and D.H.E. 45 share the active ingredient Dihydroergotamine Mesylate.
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.