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CEPTAZ vs FORTAZ IN PLASTIC CONTAINER

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CEPTAZ 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.

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Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$111.13 /30
~$111.13 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CEFTAZIDIME
CEFTAZIDIME SODIUM

Manufacturer

Glaxosmithkline
Pai Holdings Pharm

Dosage forms

Injectable
Injectable

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

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

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Ceptaz or Fortaz in Plastic Container?

Ceptaz and Fortaz in Plastic Container are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Ceptaz or Fortaz in Plastic Container?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $111.13 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Ceptaz and Fortaz in Plastic Container?

Ceptaz contains Ceftazidime, 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.