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CIPRO IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER vs CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CIPRO IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER and CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE 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

New
New

Pharmacy pays

~$3.74 /30
~$3.74 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CIPROFLOXACIN
CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Bayer Pharms
Sun Pharm Inds Inc

Dosage forms

Injectable
Solution

Drug class

Fluoroquinolone Antibacterial
Fluoroquinolone Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 4 hours
about 4 hours

Treats

Anthrax, Infectious Arthritis, Bacteroides Infections
Anthrax, Infectious Arthritis, Bacteroides Infections

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Cipro in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container or Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $3.74 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 Cipro in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container and Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride?

Cipro in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container contains Ciprofloxacin, while Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride contains Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride — 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.