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GEMCITABINE HYDROCHLORIDE vs XELODA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. GEMCITABINE HYDROCHLORIDE and XELODA 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.

gemcitabine hydrochloridexeloda

Rating

70/100
New

Pharmacy pays

~$599.88 /30
~$14.21 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

GEMCITABINE HYDROCHLORIDE
CAPECITABINE

Manufacturer

Ingenus Pharms LLC
Cheplapharm

Dosage forms

Injectable
Tablet

Drug class

Nucleoside Metabolic Inhibitor
Nucleoside Metabolic Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None
Boxed warning

Treats

Breast Neoplasms, Non-Small-Cell Lung Carcinoma, Ovarian Neoplasms
Breast Neoplasms, Colorectal Neoplasms

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Gemcitabine Hydrochloride or Xeloda?

Xeloda costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $14.21 vs $599.88 for a 30-count supply, 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 Gemcitabine Hydrochloride and Xeloda?

Gemcitabine Hydrochloride contains Gemcitabine Hydrochloride, while Xeloda contains Capecitabine — 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.