NALTREXONE vs VIVITROL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Attribute	NALTREXONE	VIVITROL
Rating	56/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$36.35 /30	~$36.35 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	NALTREXONE	NALTREXONE
Manufacturer	Teva	Alkermes Inc
Dosage forms	Kit	Kit
Drug class	Opioid Antagonist	Opioid Antagonist
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Alcoholism, Opioid-Related Disorders, Drug Overdose	Alcoholism, Opioid-Related Disorders, Drug Overdose

naltrexone vivitrol

Rating

56/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$36.35 /30

Type

Active ingredient

NALTREXONE

Manufacturer

Teva

Alkermes Inc

Dosage forms

Kit

Drug class

Opioid Antagonist

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Alcoholism, Opioid-Related Disorders, Drug Overdose

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Naltrexone or Vivitrol?

By our independent rating, Vivitrol scores higher — 3.5 vs 2.8 out of 5 for Naltrexone. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Naltrexone or Vivitrol?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $36.35 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 Naltrexone and Vivitrol?

Both Naltrexone and Vivitrol share the active ingredient Naltrexone.

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.