ISOPTO CARPINE vs PILOCARPINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
68/100
New
Pharmacy pays
$0.38 /mL
$0.38 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
PILOCARPINE HYDROCHLORIDE
PILOCARPINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Drops
Drops, Tablet
Drug class
Cholinergic Receptor Agonist
Cholinergic Receptor Agonist
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Head and Neck Neoplasms, Xerostomia, Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Head and Neck Neoplasms, Xerostomia, Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Isopto Carpine or Pilocarpine Hydrochloride?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.38 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Isopto Carpine and Pilocarpine Hydrochloride?
Both Isopto Carpine and Pilocarpine Hydrochloride share the active ingredient Pilocarpine 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.