CEFUROXIME SODIUM vs CLAFORAN IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. CEFUROXIME SODIUM and CLAFORAN IN DEXTROSE 5% 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.

Attribute	CEFUROXIME SODIUM	CLAFORAN IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER
Rating	68/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CEFUROXIME SODIUM	CEFOTAXIME SODIUM
Manufacturer	Fresenius Kabi USA	Sterimax
Dosage forms	Injectable	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

cefuroxime sodium claforan in dextrose 5% in plastic container

Rating

68/100

New

Pharmacy pays

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Type

Active ingredient

CEFUROXIME SODIUM

CEFOTAXIME SODIUM

Manufacturer

Fresenius Kabi USA

Sterimax

Dosage forms

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 Cefuroxime Sodium and Claforan in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container?

Cefuroxime Sodium contains Cefuroxime Sodium, while Claforan in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container 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.