GLIADEL vs YONDELIS

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. GLIADEL and YONDELIS 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	YONDELIS
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CARMUSTINE	TRABECTEDIN
Manufacturer	Azurity	Janssen Prods
Dosage forms	Wafer	Injectable
Drug class	Alkylating Drug	Alkylating Drug
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Brain Neoplasms, Carcinoma, Colonic Neoplasms	Leiomyosarcoma, Liposarcoma

gliadel yondelis

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

CARMUSTINE

TRABECTEDIN

Manufacturer

Azurity

Janssen Prods

Dosage forms

Wafer

Injectable

Drug class

Alkylating Drug

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Brain Neoplasms, Carcinoma, Colonic Neoplasms

Leiomyosarcoma, Liposarcoma

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Gliadel and Yondelis?

Gliadel contains Carmustine, while Yondelis contains Trabectedin — 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.