sotradecol
Sotradecol (Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate) is a medication used to treat Esophageal and Gastric Varices, Varicose Veins.
Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate · by Elkins Sinn
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate 1% **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons** · Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate 3% **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons**
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- esophageal and gastric varices, varicose veins
- Manufacturer
- Elkins Sinn
- FDA application
- NDA005970
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
Ways to save
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Sotradecol treat?
- Sotradecol (Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate) may be used to treat esophageal and gastric varices, varicose veins, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Sotradecol?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Sotradecol. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Sotradecol?
- Sotradecol is marketed by Elkins Sinn. You can see Elkins Sinn's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Sotradecol a brand-name or generic drug?
- Sotradecol is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate.
- Is Sotradecol available over the counter?
- No. Sotradecol is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Sotradecol come in?
- Sotradecol is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Sotradecol FDA-registered?
- Sotradecol is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA005970. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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