CEQUA vs CYCLOSPORINE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
66/100
Pharmacy pays
~$52.85 /30
~$52.85 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
CYCLOSPORINE
CYCLOSPORINE
Dosage forms
Drops
Capsule, Emulsion
Drug class
Calcineurin Inhibitor Immunosuppressant
Calcineurin Inhibitor Immunosuppressant
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
about 8.4 hours (range 5 to 18 hours)
about 8.4 hours (range 5 to 18 hours)
Treats
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Cequa or Cyclosporine?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $52.85 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 Cequa and Cyclosporine?
Both Cequa and Cyclosporine share the active ingredient Cyclosporine.
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.