PROLIXIN vs THORAZINE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. PROLIXIN and THORAZINE 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.

Attribute	PROLIXIN	THORAZINE
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$11.42 /30	~$12.04 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	FLUPHENAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE	CHLORPROMAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Apothecon	Glaxosmithkline
Dosage forms	Tablet	Tablet, Capsule, extended release
Drug class	Phenothiazine	Phenothiazine
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia	Anxiety Disorders, Child Behavior Disorders, Hiccup

prolixin thorazine

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$11.42 /30

~$12.04 /30

Type

Active ingredient

FLUPHENAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE

CHLORPROMAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Apothecon

Glaxosmithkline

Dosage forms

Tablet

Tablet, Capsule, extended release

Drug class

Phenothiazine

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia

Anxiety Disorders, Child Behavior Disorders, Hiccup

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Prolixin or Thorazine?

Prolixin costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $11.42 vs $12.04 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 Prolixin and Thorazine?

Prolixin contains Fluphenazine Hydrochloride, while Thorazine contains Chlorpromazine Hydrochloride — 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.