KEFLEX vs MEFOXIN 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. KEFLEX and MEFOXIN 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	KEFLEX	MEFOXIN IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.10 /mL	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CEPHALEXIN	CEFOXITIN SODIUM
Manufacturer	Pragma	Merck
Dosage forms	Capsule	Injectable
Drug class	Cephalosporin Antibacterial	Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Human Bites, Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections	Abscess, Bacteroides Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases

keflex mefoxin in dextrose 5% in plastic container

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.10 /mL

—

Type

Active ingredient

CEPHALEXIN

CEFOXITIN SODIUM

Manufacturer

Pragma

Merck

Dosage forms

Capsule

Injectable

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Human Bites, Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections

Abscess, Bacteroides Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Keflex and Mefoxin in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container?

Keflex contains Cephalexin, while Mefoxin in Dextrose 5% in Plastic Container contains Cefoxitin 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.