Docusate vs Linaclotide
Compare Docusate and Linaclotide side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.
| Docusate | Linaclotide | |
|---|---|---|
| Drug class | Guanylate Cyclase-C Agonist | |
| Used to treat | Constipation | Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome |
| Generic price | From $0.028 each, about $0.83 for 30 (100 mg softgel); other forms from $0.020 per mL (50 mg/5 mL liq) | No generic price listed |
| Brand price | Colace: from $0.26 each, about $7.69 for 30 (50 mg softgel (Clear)) | Linzess: from $9.01 each, about $270 for 30 (72 mcg capsule) |
| Generic savings | Generic costs about 89% less than the brand | Not listed |