BRIXADI vs BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. BRIXADI and BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE 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	BRIXADI	BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Rating	New	72/100
Pharmacy pays	~$683.94 /30	~$683.94 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BUPRENORPHINE	BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Braeburn	Hikma
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable, Solution, Tablet
Drug class	Partial Opioid Agonist	Partial Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Treats	Heroin Dependence, Pain	Heroin Dependence, Pain

brixadi buprenorphine hydrochloride

Rating

New

72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$683.94 /30

Type

Active ingredient

BUPRENORPHINE

BUPRENORPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Braeburn

Hikma

Dosage forms

Injectable

Injectable, Solution, Tablet

Drug class

Partial Opioid Agonist

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Heroin Dependence, Pain

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Brixadi or Buprenorphine Hydrochloride?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $683.94 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 Brixadi and Buprenorphine Hydrochloride?

Brixadi contains Buprenorphine, while Buprenorphine Hydrochloride contains Buprenorphine Hydrochloride — 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.