IVACAFTOR vs KALYDECO

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	IVACAFTOR	KALYDECO
Rating	64/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	IVACAFTOR	IVACAFTOR
Manufacturer	Lupin	Vertex Pharms Inc
Dosage forms	Powder	Powder, Tablet
Drug class	Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Potentiator	Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Potentiator
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Cystic Fibrosis	Cystic Fibrosis

ivacaftor kalydeco

Rating

64/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

IVACAFTOR

Manufacturer

Lupin

Vertex Pharms Inc

Dosage forms

Powder

Powder, Tablet

Drug class

Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Potentiator

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Cystic Fibrosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Ivacaftor and Kalydeco?

Both Ivacaftor and Kalydeco share the active ingredient Ivacaftor.

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.