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PROMETHEGAN vs THIORIDAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. PROMETHEGAN and THIORIDAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 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.

Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$1.53 /30
~$22.23 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
THIORIDAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Dosage forms

Suppository
Tablet

Drug class

Phenothiazine
Phenothiazine

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 9 to 16 hours

Treats

Anaphylaxis, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Motion Sickness
Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Promethegan or Thioridazine Hydrochloride?

Promethegan and Thioridazine Hydrochloride are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Promethegan or Thioridazine Hydrochloride?

Promethegan costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $1.53 vs $22.23 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 Promethegan and Thioridazine Hydrochloride?

Promethegan contains Promethazine Hydrochloride, while Thioridazine Hydrochloride contains Thioridazine 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.