DEMEROL vs MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	DEMEROL	MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Rating	60/100	New
Pharmacy pays	$0.16 /mL	$0.16 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE	MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Hospira	Baxter Hlthcare
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable, Solution, Tablet
Drug class	Opioid Agonist	Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Treats	Pain	Pain

demerol meperidine hydrochloride

Rating

60/100

New

Pharmacy pays

$0.16 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Hospira

Baxter Hlthcare

Dosage forms

Injectable

Injectable, Solution, Tablet

Drug class

Opioid Agonist

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Pain

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Demerol or Meperidine Hydrochloride?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.16 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 Demerol and Meperidine Hydrochloride?

Both Demerol and Meperidine Hydrochloride share the active ingredient Meperidine 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.