DRISDOL vs ERGOCALCIFEROL
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$3.48 /30
~$3.48 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
ERGOCALCIFEROL
ERGOCALCIFEROL
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Capsule
Capsule
Drug class
Provitamin D2 Compound
Provitamin D2 Compound
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Hypoparathyroidism, Rickets, Hypophosphatemia
Hypoparathyroidism, Rickets, Hypophosphatemia
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Drisdol or Ergocalciferol?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $3.48 for a 30-count supply, 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 Drisdol and Ergocalciferol?
Both Drisdol and Ergocalciferol share the active ingredient Ergocalciferol.
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.