SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.45% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER vs TEN-K

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.45% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER and TEN-K 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	SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.45% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER	TEN-K
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.04 /mL	$0.04 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	SODIUM CHLORIDE	POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Baxter Hlthcare	Novartis
Dosage forms	Injectable, Solution	Tablet, extended release
Drug class	Osmotic Laxative	Osmotic Laxative
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Dehydration, Hyponatremia, Hemorrhagic Shock	Hypokalemia

sodium chloride 0.45% in plastic container ten-k

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.04 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

SODIUM CHLORIDE

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Baxter Hlthcare

Novartis

Dosage forms

Injectable, Solution

Tablet, extended release

Drug class

Osmotic Laxative

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Dehydration, Hyponatremia, Hemorrhagic Shock

Hypokalemia

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Sodium Chloride 0.45% in Plastic Container or Ten-K?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.04 per ml, 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 Sodium Chloride 0.45% in Plastic Container and Ten-K?

Sodium Chloride 0.45% in Plastic Container contains Sodium Chloride, while Ten-K contains Potassium Chloride — 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.