GLIADEL vs TEMODAR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. GLIADEL and TEMODAR 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	GLIADEL	TEMODAR
Rating	70/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	—	~$148.82 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CARMUSTINE	TEMOZOLOMIDE
Manufacturer	Azurity	Merck Sharp Dohme
Dosage forms	Wafer	Capsule, Injectable
Drug class	Alkylating Drug	Alkylating Drug
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Brain Neoplasms, Carcinoma, Colonic Neoplasms	Glioblastoma, Melanoma

gliadel temodar

Rating

70/100

Pharmacy pays

—

~$148.82 /30

Type

Active ingredient

CARMUSTINE

TEMOZOLOMIDE

Manufacturer

Azurity

Merck Sharp Dohme

Dosage forms

Wafer

Capsule, Injectable

Drug class

Alkylating Drug

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Brain Neoplasms, Carcinoma, Colonic Neoplasms

Glioblastoma, Melanoma

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Gliadel or Temodar?

Gliadel and Temodar are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

What is the difference between Gliadel and Temodar?

Gliadel contains Carmustine, while Temodar contains Temozolomide — 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.