BANAN vs CLAFORAN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. BANAN and CLAFORAN 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.

Attribute	BANAN	CLAFORAN
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL	CEFOTAXIME SODIUM
Manufacturer	Sankyo	Sterimax
Dosage forms	Tablet	Injectable
Drug class	Cephalosporin Antibacterial	Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Cystitis, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea	Acinetobacter Infections, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Bacteroides Infections

banan claforan

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

CEFPODOXIME PROXETIL

CEFOTAXIME SODIUM

Manufacturer

Sankyo

Sterimax

Dosage forms

Tablet

Injectable

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Cystitis, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea

Acinetobacter Infections, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Bacteroides Infections

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Banan and Claforan?

Banan contains Cefpodoxime Proxetil, while Claforan contains Cefotaxime 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.