REQUIP vs ROPINIROLE HYDROCHLORIDE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
New
Pharmacy pays
~$2.41 /30
~$2.41 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
ROPINIROLE HYDROCHLORIDE
ROPINIROLE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet, Tablet, extended release
Drug class
Nonergot Dopamine Agonist
Nonergot Dopamine Agonist
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 6 hours
about 6 hours
Treats
Parkinson Disease
Parkinson Disease
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Requip or Ropinirole Hydrochloride?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $2.41 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 Requip and Ropinirole Hydrochloride?
Both Requip and Ropinirole Hydrochloride share the active ingredient Ropinirole 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.