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ANCEF vs ROCEPHIN W/ DEXTROSE IN PLASTIC CONTAINER

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. ANCEF and ROCEPHIN W/ DEXTROSE IN PLASTIC CONTAINER 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.

ancefrocephin w/ dextrose in plastic container

Rating

70/100
New

Pharmacy pays

~$29.65 /30
~$42.96 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CEFAZOLIN SODIUM
CEFTRIAXONE SODIUM

Manufacturer

Glaxosmithkline
Hoffmann La Roche

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, Chancroid

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Ancef or Rocephin W/ Dextrose in Plastic Container?

Ancef costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $29.65 vs $42.96 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 and Rocephin W/ Dextrose in Plastic Container?

Ancef contains Cefazolin Sodium, while Rocephin W/ Dextrose in Plastic Container contains Ceftriaxone Sodium — 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.