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OPHTHAINE vs OPHTHETIC

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 15, 2026·How we rate

Rating

New
72/100

Pharmacy pays

$1.60 /mL
$1.60 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Dosage forms

Drops
Drops

Drug class

Boxed warning

None
None

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Ophthaine or Ophthetic?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $1.60 per ml, 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 Ophthaine and Ophthetic?

Both Ophthaine and Ophthetic share the active ingredient Proparacaine 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.