BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE vs MARCAINE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
60/100
Pharmacy pays
$0.06 /mL
$0.06 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Injectable
Injectable
Drug class
Amide Local Anesthetic
Amide Local Anesthetic
Boxed warning
None
Treats
Postoperative Pain
Postoperative Pain
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Bupivacaine Hydrochloride or Marcaine?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.06 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 Bupivacaine Hydrochloride and Marcaine?
Both Bupivacaine Hydrochloride and Marcaine share the active ingredient Bupivacaine 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.