VANCOCIN HYDROCHLORIDE vs VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
60/100
Pharmacy pays
$1.49 /mL
$1.49 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE
VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Injectable
Capsule, Injectable, Powder, Solution, Kit
Drug class
Glycopeptide Antibacterial
Glycopeptide Antibacterial
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Diarrhea, Bacterial Endocarditis, Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis
Diarrhea, Bacterial Endocarditis, Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Vancocin Hydrochloride or Vancomycin Hydrochloride?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $1.49 per ml, 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 Vancocin Hydrochloride and Vancomycin Hydrochloride?
Both Vancocin Hydrochloride and Vancomycin Hydrochloride share the active ingredient Vancomycin 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.