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CIPROFLOXACIN IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER vs PROQUIN XR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. CIPROFLOXACIN IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER and PROQUIN XR 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.

ciprofloxacin in dextrose 5% in plastic containerproquin xr

Rating

56/100
New

Pharmacy pays

~$3.74 /30
~$3.74 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

CIPROFLOXACIN
CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Teva
Depomed Inc

Dosage forms

Injectable
Tablet, extended release

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, Ciprofloxacin in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container or Proquin XR?

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 Ciprofloxacin in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container and Proquin XR?

Ciprofloxacin in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container contains Ciprofloxacin, while Proquin XR 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.