ZYPREXA vs ZYPREXA ZYDIS
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$4.13 /30
~$4.13 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
OLANZAPINE
OLANZAPINE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet, orally disintegrating
Drug class
Atypical Antipsychotic
Atypical Antipsychotic
Boxed warning
Half-life
about 21 to 54 hours (mean around 30 hours)
about 21 to 54 hours (mean around 30 hours)
Treats
Bipolar Disorder, Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia
Bipolar Disorder, Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Zyprexa or Zyprexa Zydis?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.13 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 Zyprexa and Zyprexa Zydis?
Both Zyprexa and Zyprexa Zydis share the active ingredient Olanzapine.
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.