NEORAL vs SANDIMMUNE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$52.85 /30
~$52.85 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
CYCLOSPORINE
CYCLOSPORINE
Dosage forms
Capsule, Solution
Capsule, Injectable
Drug class
Calcineurin Inhibitor Immunosuppressant
Calcineurin Inhibitor Immunosuppressant
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
about 8.4 hours (range 5 to 18 hours)
about 8.4 hours (range 5 to 18 hours)
Treats
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Frequently asked questions
Which is better-rated, Neoral or Sandimmune?
Neoral and Sandimmune are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.
Which is cheaper, Neoral or Sandimmune?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $52.85 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 Neoral and Sandimmune?
Both Neoral and Sandimmune share the active ingredient Cyclosporine.
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.