CEFTIN vs CLAFORAN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. CEFTIN 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	CEFTIN	CLAFORAN
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$8.93 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CEFUROXIME AXETIL	CEFOTAXIME SODIUM
Manufacturer	Glaxosmithkline	Sterimax
Dosage forms	Tablet	Injectable
Drug class	Cephalosporin Antibacterial	Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea	Acinetobacter Infections, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Bacteroides Infections

ceftin claforan

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$8.93 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

CEFUROXIME AXETIL

CEFOTAXIME SODIUM

Manufacturer

Glaxosmithkline

Sterimax

Dosage forms

Tablet

Injectable

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea

Acinetobacter Infections, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Bacteroides Infections

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Ceftin and Claforan?

Ceftin contains Cefuroxime Axetil, 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.