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ANCEF IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER vs CEPTAZ

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ANCEF IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER and CEPTAZ 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.

ancef in sodium chloride 0.9% in plastic containerceptaz

Rating

New
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$29.65 /30
~$111.13 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CEFAZOLIN SODIUM
CEFTAZIDIME

Manufacturer

Baxter Hlthcare
Glaxosmithkline

Dosage forms

Injectable
Injectable

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

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

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Ancef in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container or Ceptaz?

Ancef in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $29.65 vs $111.13 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 Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container and Ceptaz?

Ancef in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container contains Cefazolin Sodium, while Ceptaz contains Ceftazidime — 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.