DOXY-LEMMON vs PERIOSTAT
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
56/100
New
Pharmacy pays
$0.12 /mL
$0.12 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
DOXYCYCLINE HYCLATE
DOXYCYCLINE HYCLATE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Capsule, Tablet
Capsule, Tablet
Drug class
Tetracycline-Class Drug
Tetracycline-Class Drug
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 16 to 22 hours in healthy adults
about 16 to 22 hours in healthy adults
Treats
Anthrax, Campylobacter Infections, Cholera
Anthrax, Campylobacter Infections, Cholera
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Doxy-Lemmon or Periostat?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.12 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 Doxy-Lemmon and Periostat?
Both Doxy-Lemmon and Periostat share the active ingredient Doxycycline Hyclate.
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.