MESTINON vs PYRIDOSTIGMINE BROMIDE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
70/100
Pharmacy pays
$0.60 /mL
$0.60 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
PYRIDOSTIGMINE BROMIDE
PYRIDOSTIGMINE BROMIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Solution, Tablet, Tablet, extended release
Solution, Tablet, Tablet, extended release
Drug class
Cholinesterase Inhibitor
Cholinesterase Inhibitor
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Drug-Induced Abnormalities, Myasthenia Gravis
Drug-Induced Abnormalities, Myasthenia Gravis
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Mestinon or Pyridostigmine Bromide?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.60 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 Mestinon and Pyridostigmine Bromide?
Both Mestinon and Pyridostigmine Bromide share the active ingredient Pyridostigmine Bromide.
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.