NEXCEDE vs ORUDIS KT

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	NEXCEDE	ORUDIS KT
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$193.86 /30	~$193.86 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	KETOPROFEN	KETOPROFEN
Manufacturer	Novartis	Wyeth Cons
Dosage forms	Film	Tablet
Drug class	—	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Dysmenorrhea, Osteoarthritis	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Dysmenorrhea, Osteoarthritis

nexcede orudis kt

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$193.86 /30

Type

Active ingredient

KETOPROFEN

Manufacturer

Novartis

Wyeth Cons

Dosage forms

Film

Tablet

Drug class

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Dysmenorrhea, Osteoarthritis

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Nexcede or Orudis Kt?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $193.86 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 Nexcede and Orudis Kt?

Both Nexcede and Orudis Kt share the active ingredient Ketoprofen.

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.