EFUDEX vs TOLAK
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
72/100
Pharmacy pays
$0.61 /mL
$0.61 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
FLUOROURACIL
FLUOROURACIL
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Topical
Topical
Drug class
Nucleoside Metabolic Inhibitor
Nucleoside Metabolic Inhibitor
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Breast Neoplasms, Basal Cell Carcinoma, Colonic Neoplasms
Breast Neoplasms, Basal Cell Carcinoma, Colonic Neoplasms
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Efudex or Tolak?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.61 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 Efudex and Tolak?
Both Efudex and Tolak share the active ingredient Fluorouracil.
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.