MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE vs OPANA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE and OPANA 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	MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE	OPANA
Rating	New	72/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.16 /mL	~$36.74 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE	OXYMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Baxter Hlthcare	Endo Pharms
Dosage forms	Injectable, Solution, Tablet	Tablet, Injectable
Drug class	Opioid Agonist	Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Pain	Pain

meperidine hydrochloride opana

Rating

New

72/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.16 /mL

~$36.74 /30

Type

Active ingredient

MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE

OXYMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Baxter Hlthcare

Endo Pharms

Dosage forms

Injectable, Solution, Tablet

Tablet, Injectable

Drug class

Opioid Agonist

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Pain

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Meperidine Hydrochloride and Opana?

Meperidine Hydrochloride contains Meperidine Hydrochloride, while Opana contains Oxymorphone Hydrochloride — 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.