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DOLOPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE vs KADIAN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 15, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. DOLOPHINE HYDROCHLORIDE and KADIAN 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.

dolophine hydrochloridekadian

Rating

72/100
72/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.18 /mL
$2.61 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

METHADONE HYDROCHLORIDE
MORPHINE SULFATE

Manufacturer

Hikma
Allergan

Dosage forms

Tablet, Syrup
Capsule, extended release

Drug class

Opioid Agonist
Opioid Agonist

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 8 to 59 hours (terminal/elimination half-life; a very wide range)
about 2 hours

Treats

Opioid-Related Disorders, Intractable Pain
Dyspnea, Intractable Pain

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Dolophine Hydrochloride or Kadian?

Dolophine Hydrochloride and Kadian are tied at 3.6 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Dolophine Hydrochloride or Kadian?

Dolophine Hydrochloride costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.18 vs $2.61 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Dolophine Hydrochloride and Kadian?

Dolophine Hydrochloride contains Methadone Hydrochloride, while Kadian contains Morphine Sulfate — 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.