CEPHALEXIN vs ZINACEF

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 13, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CEPHALEXIN and ZINACEF 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	CEPHALEXIN	ZINACEF
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.10 /mL	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CEPHALEXIN	CEFUROXIME SODIUM
Manufacturer	Vitarine	Pai Holdings Pharm
Dosage forms	Capsule, Powder, Tablet	Injectable
Drug class	Cephalosporin Antibacterial	Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Human Bites, Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections	Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea

cephalexin zinacef

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.10 /mL

—

Type

Active ingredient

CEPHALEXIN

CEFUROXIME SODIUM

Manufacturer

Vitarine

Pai Holdings Pharm

Dosage forms

Capsule, Powder, Tablet

Injectable

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Human Bites, Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections

Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Cephalexin and Zinacef?

Cephalexin contains Cephalexin, while Zinacef contains Cefuroxime 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.