MINITRAN vs TRANSDERM-NITRO

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 9, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	MINITRAN	TRANSDERM-NITRO
Rating	74/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$4.15 /30	~$4.15 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	NITROGLYCERIN	NITROGLYCERIN
Manufacturer	Valeant Pharm Intl	Novartis
Dosage forms	Film, extended release	Film, extended release
Drug class	Nitrate Vasodilator	Nitrate Vasodilator
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Angina Pectoris, Eclampsia, Fissure in Ano	Angina Pectoris, Eclampsia, Fissure in Ano

minitran transderm-nitro

Rating

74/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$4.15 /30

Type

Active ingredient

NITROGLYCERIN

Manufacturer

Valeant Pharm Intl

Novartis

Dosage forms

Film, extended release

Drug class

Nitrate Vasodilator

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Angina Pectoris, Eclampsia, Fissure in Ano

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Minitran or Transderm-Nitro?

By our independent rating, Minitran scores higher — 3.7 vs 3.5 out of 5 for Transderm-Nitro. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Minitran or Transderm-Nitro?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.15 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 Minitran and Transderm-Nitro?

Both Minitran and Transderm-Nitro share the active ingredient Nitroglycerin.

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.