MEXITIL vs PRONESTYL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. MEXITIL and PRONESTYL 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	MEXITIL	PRONESTYL
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$8.44 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MEXILETINE HYDROCHLORIDE	PROCAINAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Boehringer Ingelheim	Apothecon
Dosage forms	Capsule	Capsule, Tablet, Injectable
Drug class	Antiarrhythmic	Antiarrhythmic
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Diabetic Neuropathies, Ventricular Fibrillation, Ventricular Premature Complexes	Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Supraventricular Tachycardia

mexitil pronestyl

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$8.44 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

MEXILETINE HYDROCHLORIDE

PROCAINAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Boehringer Ingelheim

Apothecon

Dosage forms

Capsule

Capsule, Tablet, Injectable

Drug class

Antiarrhythmic

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Diabetic Neuropathies, Ventricular Fibrillation, Ventricular Premature Complexes

Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter, Supraventricular Tachycardia

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Mexitil and Pronestyl?

Mexitil contains Mexiletine Hydrochloride, while Pronestyl contains Procainamide 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.