METADATE CD vs RITALIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Attribute	METADATE CD	RITALIN
Rating	New	68/100
Pharmacy pays	~$18.94 /30	~$18.94 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE	METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Aytu Biopharma	Sandoz
Dosage forms	Capsule, extended release	Tablet
Drug class	Central Nervous System Stimulant	Central Nervous System Stimulant
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Half-life	about 2.7 hours	about 2.7 hours
Treats	Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depressive Disorder, Narcolepsy	Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depressive Disorder, Narcolepsy

metadate cd ritalin

Rating

New

68/100

Pharmacy pays

~$18.94 /30

Type

Active ingredient

METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Aytu Biopharma

Sandoz

Dosage forms

Capsule, extended release

Tablet

Drug class

Central Nervous System Stimulant

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 2.7 hours

Treats

Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depressive Disorder, Narcolepsy

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Metadate Cd or Ritalin?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $18.94 for a 30-count supply, 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 Metadate Cd and Ritalin?

Both Metadate Cd and Ritalin share the active ingredient Methylphenidate 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.