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PHENERGAN VC W/ CODEINE vs PHENERGAN W/ CODEINE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 18, 2026·How we rate

Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$20.54 /30
~$20.54 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CODEINE PHOSPHATE AND PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
CODEINE PHOSPHATE AND PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Dosage forms

Syrup
Syrup

Drug class

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 9 to 16 hours
about 9 to 16 hours

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Phenergan Vc W/ Codeine or Phenergan W/ Codeine?

Phenergan Vc W/ Codeine and Phenergan W/ Codeine are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Phenergan Vc W/ Codeine or Phenergan W/ Codeine?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $20.54 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 Phenergan Vc W/ Codeine and Phenergan W/ Codeine?

Both Phenergan Vc W/ Codeine and Phenergan W/ Codeine share the active ingredient Codeine Phosphate and Promethazine Hydrochloride and Phenylephrine 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.