KEFTAB vs ZINACEF

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. KEFTAB 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	KEFTAB	ZINACEF
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.10 /mL	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CEPHALEXIN HYDROCHLORIDE	CEFUROXIME SODIUM
Manufacturer	Lilly	Pai Holdings Pharm
Dosage forms	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

keftab zinacef

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.10 /mL

—

Type

Active ingredient

CEPHALEXIN HYDROCHLORIDE

CEFUROXIME SODIUM

Manufacturer

Lilly

Pai Holdings Pharm

Dosage forms

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 Keftab and Zinacef?

Keftab contains Cephalexin Hydrochloride, 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.