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OXCARBAZEPINE vs PRIMIDONE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. OXCARBAZEPINE and PRIMIDONE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

oxcarbazepineprimidone

Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$5.03 /30
~$2.89 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

OXCARBAZEPINE
PRIMIDONE

Manufacturer

Jubilant Cadista
Amneal

Dosage forms

Suspension, Tablet, extended release, Tablet
Tablet

Drug class

Anti-Epileptic Agent
Anti-Epileptic Agent

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 2 hours (immediate-release tablets and oral suspension)
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Treats

Partial Epilepsies
Partial Epilepsies, Tonic-Clonic Epilepsy, Tremor

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Oxcarbazepine or Primidone?

Oxcarbazepine and Primidone are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Oxcarbazepine or Primidone?

Primidone costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $2.89 vs $5.03 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Oxcarbazepine and Primidone?

Oxcarbazepine contains Oxcarbazepine, while Primidone contains Primidone — they have different active ingredients.

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.