RETROVIR vs VEMLIDY

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. RETROVIR and VEMLIDY 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	RETROVIR	VEMLIDY
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$8.73 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ZIDOVUDINE	TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE FUMARATE
Manufacturer	Viiv Hlthcare	Gilead Sciences Inc
Dosage forms	Capsule, Injectable, Solution	Tablet
Drug class	—	—
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Treats	Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome	Chronic Hepatitis B, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

retrovir vemlidy

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$8.73 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

ZIDOVUDINE

TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE FUMARATE

Manufacturer

Viiv Hlthcare

Gilead Sciences Inc

Dosage forms

Capsule, Injectable, Solution

Tablet

Drug class

—

Boxed warning

Treats

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

Chronic Hepatitis B, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Retrovir and Vemlidy?

Retrovir contains Zidovudine, while Vemlidy contains Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate — 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.