VIRAMUNE vs VIRAMUNE XR
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
72/100
72/100
Pharmacy pays
~$4.55 /30
~$4.55 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
NEVIRAPINE
NEVIRAPINE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Suspension, Tablet
Tablet, extended release
Drug class
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 Non-Nucleoside Analog Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 Non-Nucleoside Analog Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, Hiv Infections
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, Hiv Infections
Frequently asked questions
Which is better-rated, Viramune or Viramune XR?
Viramune and Viramune XR are tied at 3.6 out of 5 by our independent rating.
Which is cheaper, Viramune or Viramune XR?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.55 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 Viramune and Viramune XR?
Both Viramune and Viramune XR share the active ingredient Nevirapine.
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.