METHOTREXATE PRESERVATIVE FREE vs METHOTREXATE SODIUM
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
54/100
New
Pharmacy pays
~$4.92 /30
~$4.92 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
METHOTREXATE SODIUM
METHOTREXATE SODIUM
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Injectable
Tablet
Drug class
Folate Analog Metabolic Inhibitor
Folate Analog Metabolic Inhibitor
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
about 3 to 10 hours
about 3 to 10 hours
Treats
Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Breast Neoplasms
Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Breast Neoplasms
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Methotrexate Preservative Free or Methotrexate Sodium?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.92 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 Methotrexate Preservative Free and Methotrexate Sodium?
Both Methotrexate Preservative Free and Methotrexate Sodium share the active ingredient Methotrexate Sodium.
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.