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CEFTRIAXONE AND DEXTROSE IN DUPLEX CONTAINER vs FORTAZ IN PLASTIC CONTAINER

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. CEFTRIAXONE AND DEXTROSE IN DUPLEX CONTAINER and FORTAZ 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.

Rating

New
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$42.96 /30
~$111.13 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CEFTRIAXONE SODIUM
CEFTAZIDIME SODIUM

Dosage forms

Injectable
Injectable

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

Acinetobacter Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases, Chancroid
Acinetobacter Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Ceftriaxone and Dextrose in Duplex Container or Fortaz in Plastic Container?

Ceftriaxone and Dextrose in Duplex Container costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $42.96 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 Ceftriaxone and Dextrose in Duplex Container and Fortaz in Plastic Container?

Ceftriaxone and Dextrose in Duplex Container contains Ceftriaxone Sodium, while Fortaz in Plastic Container contains Ceftazidime 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.