CIPRO XR vs CIPROFLOXACIN EXTENDED RELEASE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$3.71 /30
~$3.71 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
CIPROFLOXACIN AND CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE
CIPROFLOXACIN AND CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet, extended release
Tablet, extended release
Drug class
—
—
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 4 hours
about 4 hours
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Cipro XR or Ciprofloxacin Extended Release?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $3.71 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 Cipro XR and Ciprofloxacin Extended Release?
Both Cipro XR and Ciprofloxacin Extended Release share the active ingredient Ciprofloxacin and Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride.
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.