Best Cephalosporin Antibacterial for gonorrhea
Top-rated pick: Cefixime — pharmaranks score 72/100, the highest of the 3 Cephalosporin Antibacterial drugs used for gonorrhea, ranked by our independent FDA recall-safety score. Compare them with all treatments for gonorrhea or the full Cephalosporin Antibacterial class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Quick answer: Of the 3 cephalosporin antibacterial drugs we rate for gonorrhea, 1 is available as lower-cost generics, and most are injectable. Our ranking reflects each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for gonorrhea; the right choice depends on your situation, so confirm it with your prescriber.
How cephalosporin antibacterial work
Cephalosporins kill bacteria by blocking the proteins they use to build their cell walls. Without an intact wall, the bacterium cannot hold its shape and dies, which clears the infection.
Top cephalosporin antibacterial for gonorrhea: 1. Cefixime · 2. Cefoxitin · 3. Cefoxitin in Plastic Container
| # | Drug | Rating | Type | Form | Generic? | Pharmacy pays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72/100 | Prescription | Capsule | Generic | $10 | View → | |
| 2 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Injectable | No data | — | View → | |
| 3 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Injectable | No data | — | View → |
Full ranking · 3 drugs
cefixime
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibacterial used to treat Bronchitis, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea, Haemophilus Infections.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$2.28· 3 forms Save up to 99% in classcefoxitin
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Cefoxitin (Cefoxitin Sodium) is a cephalosporin antibacterial used to treat Abscess, Bacteroides Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases, Clostridium Infections.
Price varies
cefoxitin in plastic container
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Cefoxitin in Plastic Container (Cefoxitin Sodium) is a cephalosporin antibacterial used to treat Abscess, Bacteroides Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases, Clostridium Infections.
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Frequently asked
- What is the best cephalosporin antibacterial for gonorrhea?
- By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — cefixime ranks highest among Cephalosporin Antibacterial drugs used for gonorrhea. Always consult a professional.
- Which cephalosporin antibacterial drugs treat gonorrhea?
- pharmaranks lists 3 Cephalosporin Antibacterial products used for gonorrhea, per NIH RxClass drug-classification data — each independently rated and ranked above.
- How are these ranked?
- By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.