MAXIPIME vs ZINACEF

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. MAXIPIME 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	MAXIPIME	ZINACEF
Rating	60/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$111.92 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CEFEPIME HYDROCHLORIDE	CEFUROXIME SODIUM
Manufacturer	Hospira	Pai Holdings Pharm
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable
Drug class	Cephalosporin Antibacterial	Cephalosporin Antibacterial
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Acinetobacter Infections, Bacteroides Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases	Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea

maxipime zinacef

Rating

60/100

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$111.92 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

CEFEPIME HYDROCHLORIDE

CEFUROXIME SODIUM

Manufacturer

Hospira

Pai Holdings Pharm

Dosage forms

Injectable

Drug class

Cephalosporin Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Acinetobacter Infections, Bacteroides Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases

Infectious Bone Diseases, Escherichia Coli Infections, Gonorrhea

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Maxipime or Zinacef?

By our independent rating, Zinacef scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.0 out of 5 for Maxipime. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Maxipime and Zinacef?

Maxipime contains Cefepime 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.