PHENDIMETRAZINE TARTRATE vs PLEGINE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	PHENDIMETRAZINE TARTRATE	PLEGINE
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$3.86 /30	~$3.86 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	PHENDIMETRAZINE TARTRATE	PHENDIMETRAZINE TARTRATE
Manufacturer	Kv Pharm	Wyeth Ayerst
Dosage forms	Capsule, extended release, Tablet	Tablet
Drug class	Sympathomimetic Amine Anorectic	Sympathomimetic Amine Anorectic
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Obesity	Obesity

phendimetrazine tartrate plegine

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$3.86 /30

Type

Active ingredient

PHENDIMETRAZINE TARTRATE

Manufacturer

Kv Pharm

Wyeth Ayerst

Dosage forms

Capsule, extended release, Tablet

Tablet

Drug class

Sympathomimetic Amine Anorectic

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Obesity

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Phendimetrazine Tartrate or Plegine?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $3.86 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 Phendimetrazine Tartrate and Plegine?

Both Phendimetrazine Tartrate and Plegine share the active ingredient Phendimetrazine Tartrate.

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.