NUCYNTA ER vs TAPENTADOL HYDROCHLORIDE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$335.93 /30
~$335.93 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
TAPENTADOL HYDROCHLORIDE
TAPENTADOL HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet, extended release
Tablet
Drug class
Opioid Agonist
Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning
Half-life
about 5 hours (terminal half-life, on average, after oral administration)
about 5 hours (terminal half-life, on average, after oral administration)
Treats
Pain
Pain
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Nucynta ER or Tapentadol Hydrochloride?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $335.93 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 Nucynta ER and Tapentadol Hydrochloride?
Both Nucynta ER and Tapentadol Hydrochloride share the active ingredient Tapentadol 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.