CARBAMAZEPINE vs TEGRETOL
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$7.32 /30
~$7.32 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
CARBAMAZEPINE
CARBAMAZEPINE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, extended release
Suspension, Tablet
Drug class
Mood Stabilizer
Mood Stabilizer
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 12 to 17 hours once you have been taking it regularly (25 to 65 hours after the very first dose)
about 12 to 17 hours once you have been taking it regularly (25 to 65 hours after the very first dose)
Treats
Bipolar Disorder, Tonic-Clonic Epilepsy, Psychotic Disorders
Bipolar Disorder, Tonic-Clonic Epilepsy, Psychotic Disorders
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Carbamazepine or Tegretol?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $7.32 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 Carbamazepine and Tegretol?
Both Carbamazepine and Tegretol share the active ingredient Carbamazepine.
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.