EFAVIRENZ vs SUSTIVA
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
72/100
Pharmacy pays
~$42.28 /30
~$42.28 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
EFAVIRENZ
EFAVIRENZ
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Capsule, Tablet
Capsule, Tablet
Drug class
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 Non-Nucleoside Analog Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 Non-Nucleoside Analog Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Efavirenz or Sustiva?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $42.28 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 Efavirenz and Sustiva?
Both Efavirenz and Sustiva share the active ingredient Efavirenz.
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.