CORTONE vs RETISERT

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CORTONE and RETISERT 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	CORTONE	RETISERT
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CORTISONE ACETATE	FLUOCINOLONE ACETONIDE
Manufacturer	Merck	Bausch and Lomb
Dosage forms	Injectable, Tablet	Implant
Drug class	Corticosteroid	Corticosteroid
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis	Atopic Dermatitis, Facial Dermatoses, Foot Dermatoses

cortone retisert

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

CORTISONE ACETATE

FLUOCINOLONE ACETONIDE

Manufacturer

Merck

Bausch and Lomb

Dosage forms

Injectable, Tablet

Implant

Drug class

Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis

Atopic Dermatitis, Facial Dermatoses, Foot Dermatoses

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Cortone and Retisert?

Cortone contains Cortisone Acetate, while Retisert contains Fluocinolone Acetonide — 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.