CAPECITABINE vs XELODA
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$14.21 /30
~$14.21 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
CAPECITABINE
CAPECITABINE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet
Drug class
Nucleoside Metabolic Inhibitor
Nucleoside Metabolic Inhibitor
Boxed warning
Treats
Breast Neoplasms, Colorectal Neoplasms
Breast Neoplasms, Colorectal Neoplasms
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Capecitabine or Xeloda?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $14.21 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 Capecitabine and Xeloda?
Both Capecitabine and Xeloda share the active ingredient Capecitabine.
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.