MEKTOVI vs TAFINLAR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. MEKTOVI and TAFINLAR 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	MEKTOVI	TAFINLAR
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	BINIMETINIB	DABRAFENIB MESYLATE
Manufacturer	Array Biopharma Inc	Novartis
Dosage forms	Tablet	Capsule, Tablet
Drug class	—	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Melanoma	Melanoma

mektovi tafinlar

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

BINIMETINIB

DABRAFENIB MESYLATE

Manufacturer

Array Biopharma Inc

Novartis

Dosage forms

Tablet

Capsule, Tablet

Drug class

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Melanoma

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Mektovi and Tafinlar?

Mektovi contains Binimetinib, while Tafinlar contains Dabrafenib Mesylate — 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.