DECADRON vs MAXIDEX

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 5, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	DECADRON	MAXIDEX
Rating	72/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.24 /mL	$0.24 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	DEXAMETHASONE	DEXAMETHASONE
Manufacturer	Merck	Harrow Eye
Dosage forms	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

decadron maxidex

Rating

72/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.24 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

DEXAMETHASONE

Manufacturer

Merck

Harrow Eye

Dosage forms

Tablet

—

Drug class

Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 4 hours

Treats

Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Decadron or Maxidex?

By our independent rating, Decadron scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.5 out of 5 for Maxidex. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Decadron or Maxidex?

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 Maxidex?

Both Decadron and Maxidex 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.