Meperidine Hydrochloride
5 NDCs across 3 manufacturers|4 Generic,1 Brand
Meperidine Hydrochloride is used to treat pain, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
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The brand product was first FDA-approved before 1982, and the first generic was approved Jan 1, 1982.
Meperidine Hydrochloride is available as 5 NDCs from 3 manufacturers (4 generic, 1 brand), with NADAC prices from $0.16 to $4.47 per ML — the most expensive product costs about 29× the cheapest. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.
Active FDA drug shortage
6 Meperidine Hydrochloride presentations are currently listed in FDA's drug shortage database (first posted May 30, 2025). Shortages can move NADAC prices in the following weeks.
Total NDCs
5
4G / 1B
Manufacturers
3
competing in market
Price Spread
$0.16 – $4.47
per ML, 3 of 5 NDCs
7d Activity
avg +0.6% WoW · of 5 NDCs
Market Price Trend
Monthly average NADAC per unit, split by generic and brand.
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Manufacturer Breakdown
3 manufacturers producing MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE
| Drug ↕ | Price | 7d Change ↕ |
|---|---|---|
DEMEROL 50 MG/ML SYRINGE | $4.4738 per ML | — |
MEPERIDINE 100 MG/ML VIAL | $1.2976 per ML | — |
MEPERIDINE 100 MG TABLET | $1.0219 per EA | — |
MEPERIDINE 50 MG TABLET | $0.6949 per EA | — |
MEPERIDINE 50 MG/5 ML SOLUTION | $0.1567 per ML | +0.60% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meperidine Hydrochloride used to treat?
Meperidine Hydrochloride is used to treat pain, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
When did Meperidine Hydrochloride become available as a generic?
FDA approved the first generic Meperidine Hydrochloride (ANDA) on Jan 1, 1982.
Is Meperidine Hydrochloride in shortage?
Yes — FDA's drug shortage database currently lists 6 Meperidine Hydrochloride presentations with status "Current", first posted May 30, 2025.
How many Meperidine Hydrochloride products are on the market?
The Meperidine Hydrochloride drug market contains 5 NDCs from 3 manufacturers — 4 generic and 1 brand product.
What is the price range for Meperidine Hydrochloride?
NADAC reference prices for Meperidine Hydrochloride range from $0.1567 to $4.4738 per ML — the most expensive product costs about 29× the cheapest. 2 additional products are priced per different units (e.g. liquids per ML) and aren't directly comparable.
Is generic Meperidine Hydrochloride cheaper than brand?
The average generic NADAC for Meperidine Hydrochloride is $0.7272 per ML, versus $4.4738 for brand-labeled products — brand versions average about 6.2× the generic price.
Which manufacturers make Meperidine Hydrochloride?
3 manufacturers list Meperidine Hydrochloride in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. (2), Epic Pharma LLC (2), Hospira Inc. (1).
How has the price of Meperidine Hydrochloride changed recently?
Over the past 7 days, 1 Meperidine Hydrochloride NDC rose and 0 fell, with a market-wide average change of +0.6%.