METHYLIN vs QUILLICHEW ER

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 12, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	METHYLIN	QUILLICHEW ER
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$18.94 /30	~$18.94 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE	METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Specgx LLC	Nextwave
Dosage forms	Solution	Tablet, chewable, extended release
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

methylin quillichew er

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$18.94 /30

Type

Active ingredient

METHYLPHENIDATE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Specgx LLC

Nextwave

Dosage forms

Solution

Tablet, chewable, extended release

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, Methylin or Quillichew ER?

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 Methylin and Quillichew ER?

Both Methylin and Quillichew ER 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.