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ANCEF IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER vs CEFTIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ANCEF IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER and CEFTIN are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

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Rating

New
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$29.65 /30
~$8.93 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CEFAZOLIN SODIUM
CEFUROXIME AXETIL

Manufacturer

Baxter Hlthcare
Glaxosmithkline

Dosage forms

Injectable
Tablet

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

Human Bites, Bacterial Endocarditis, Escherichia Coli Infections
Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Ancef in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container or Ceftin?

Ceftin costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $8.93 vs $29.65 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Ancef in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container and Ceftin?

Ancef in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container contains Cefazolin Sodium, while Ceftin contains Cefuroxime Axetil — they have different active ingredients.

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.