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BUTORPHANOL TARTRATE vs BUTORPHANOL TARTRATE PRESERVATIVE FREE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate
butorphanol tartratebutorphanol tartrate preservative free

Rating

64/100
60/100

Pharmacy pays

$14.72 /mL
$14.72 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

BUTORPHANOL TARTRATE
BUTORPHANOL TARTRATE

Manufacturer

Apotex
Hospira

Dosage forms

Injectable, Spray/Inhaler, Spray/Inhaler, metered
Injectable

Drug class

Opioid Agonist/Antagonist
Opioid Agonist/Antagonist

Boxed warning

Boxed warning
None

Treats

Pain
Pain

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Butorphanol Tartrate or Butorphanol Tartrate Preservative Free?

By our independent rating, Butorphanol Tartrate scores higher — 3.2 vs 3.0 out of 5 for Butorphanol Tartrate Preservative Free. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Butorphanol Tartrate or Butorphanol Tartrate Preservative Free?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $14.72 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 Butorphanol Tartrate and Butorphanol Tartrate Preservative Free?

Both Butorphanol Tartrate and Butorphanol Tartrate Preservative Free share the active ingredient Butorphanol Tartrate.

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.