TRANSDERM-NITRO vs TRIDIL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	TRANSDERM-NITRO	TRIDIL
Rating	70/100	60/100
Pharmacy pays	~$4.23 /30	~$4.23 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	NITROGLYCERIN	NITROGLYCERIN
Manufacturer	Novartis	Hospira
Dosage forms	Film, extended release	Injectable
Drug class	Nitrate Vasodilator	Nitrate Vasodilator
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Angina Pectoris, Eclampsia, Fissure in Ano	Angina Pectoris, Eclampsia, Fissure in Ano

transderm-nitro tridil

Rating

70/100

60/100

Pharmacy pays

~$4.23 /30

Type

Active ingredient

NITROGLYCERIN

Manufacturer

Novartis

Hospira

Dosage forms

Film, extended release

Injectable

Drug class

Nitrate Vasodilator

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Angina Pectoris, Eclampsia, Fissure in Ano

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Transderm-Nitro or Tridil?

By our independent rating, Transderm-Nitro scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.0 out of 5 for Tridil. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Transderm-Nitro or Tridil?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.23 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 Transderm-Nitro and Tridil?

Both Transderm-Nitro and Tridil share the active ingredient Nitroglycerin.

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.