IGALMI vs PRECEDEX

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Attribute	IGALMI	PRECEDEX
Rating	New	60/100
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE	DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Bioxcel	Hospira
Dosage forms	Film	Injectable
Drug class	Central Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist	Central Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Pain, Psychomotor Agitation	Pain, Psychomotor Agitation

igalmi precedex

Rating

New

60/100

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

DEXMEDETOMIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Bioxcel

Hospira

Dosage forms

Film

Injectable

Drug class

Central Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Pain, Psychomotor Agitation

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Igalmi and Precedex?

Both Igalmi and Precedex share the active ingredient Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride.

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.