DECADRON vs DEXAMETHASONE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
New
Pharmacy pays
$0.24 /mL
$0.24 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
DEXAMETHASONE
DEXAMETHASONE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Elixir, Tablet
Drug class
Corticosteroid
Corticosteroid
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 4 hours
about 4 hours
Treats
Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis
Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Decadron or Dexamethasone?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.24 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 Decadron and Dexamethasone?
Both Decadron and Dexamethasone share the active ingredient Dexamethasone.
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.