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TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE vs VIREAD

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Rating

64/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$9.50 /30
~$9.50 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE
TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE

Manufacturer

Lupin
Gilead Sciences Inc

Dosage forms

Tablet
Powder, Tablet

Drug class

Hepatitis B Virus Nucleoside Analog Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor
Hepatitis B Virus Nucleoside Analog Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None
Boxed warning

Treats

Chronic Hepatitis B, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Chronic Hepatitis B, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate or Viread?

By our independent rating, Viread scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.2 out of 5 for Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate or Viread?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $9.50 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 Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate and Viread?

Both Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate and Viread share the active ingredient Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate.

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.