cefotaxime and dextrose 3.9% in plastic container
Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container (Cefotaxime Sodium) is a cephalosporin antibacterial used to treat Acinetobacter Infections, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Bacteroides Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases.
Cefotaxime Sodium · by B Braun
Available as a generic: Cefotaxime Sodium
⚠ FDA reports a current shortage of the powder, for solution form — availability differs between suppliers — see drug shortages →Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Cefotaxime Sodium
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin Antibacterial
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Cefotaxime Sodium EQ 1GM Base
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- acinetobacter infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, bacteroides infections
- Manufacturer
- B Braun
- FDA application
- NDA050792
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Drug class
How this class works, per Cephalosporins - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf.
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
- acinetobacter infections
- pelvic inflammatory disease
- bacteroides infections
- infectious bone diseases
- clostridium infections
- escherichia coli infections
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Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container treat?
- Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container (Cefotaxime Sodium) may be used to treat acinetobacter infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, bacteroides infections, infectious bone diseases, clostridium infections, escherichia coli infections, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- How does Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container work?
- Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container is a cephalosporin antibacterial. Cephalosporins kill bacteria by blocking the proteins they use to build their cell walls. Without an intact wall, the bacterium cannot hold its shape and dies, which clears the infection.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container?
- Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container is marketed by B Braun. You can see B Braun's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container a brand-name or generic drug?
- Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Cefotaxime Sodium. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Cefotaxime Sodium are available — ask your pharmacist.
- Is Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container available over the counter?
- No. Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container come in?
- Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container?
- Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container is classified as cephalosporin antibacterial, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container FDA-registered?
- Cefotaxime and Dextrose 3.9% in Plastic Container is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA050792. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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