GILENYA vs TASCENSO ODT

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. GILENYA and TASCENSO ODT 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.

Attribute	GILENYA	TASCENSO ODT
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$126.02 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE	FINGOLIMOD LAURYL SULFATE
Manufacturer	Novartis	Cycle
Dosage forms	Capsule	Tablet, orally disintegrating
Drug class	Sphingosine 1-Phosphate Receptor Modulator	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 6 to 9 days (average apparent terminal half-life)	about 6 to 9 days (average apparent terminal half-life)
Treats	Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis	Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis

gilenya tascenso odt

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$126.02 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

FINGOLIMOD HYDROCHLORIDE

FINGOLIMOD LAURYL SULFATE

Manufacturer

Novartis

Cycle

Dosage forms

Capsule

Tablet, orally disintegrating

Drug class

Sphingosine 1-Phosphate Receptor Modulator

—

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 6 to 9 days (average apparent terminal half-life)

Treats

Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Gilenya and Tascenso ODT?

Gilenya contains Fingolimod Hydrochloride, while Tascenso ODT contains Fingolimod Lauryl 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.