CAFCIT vs CAFFEINE CITRATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Attribute	CAFCIT	CAFFEINE CITRATE
Rating	72/100	68/100
Pharmacy pays	~$2.58 /30	~$2.58 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CAFFEINE CITRATE	CAFFEINE CITRATE
Manufacturer	Hikma	Fresenius Kabi USA
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable, Solution
Drug class	Central Nervous System Stimulant	Central Nervous System Stimulant
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Apnea, Fatigue	Apnea, Fatigue

cafcit caffeine citrate

Rating

72/100

68/100

Pharmacy pays

~$2.58 /30

Type

Active ingredient

CAFFEINE CITRATE

Manufacturer

Hikma

Fresenius Kabi USA

Dosage forms

Injectable

Injectable, Solution

Drug class

Central Nervous System Stimulant

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Apnea, Fatigue

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Cafcit or Caffeine Citrate?

By our independent rating, Cafcit scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Caffeine Citrate. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Cafcit or Caffeine Citrate?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $2.58 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 Cafcit and Caffeine Citrate?

Both Cafcit and Caffeine Citrate share the active ingredient Caffeine Citrate.

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.