cefotaxime sodium

Frequently asked questions

What does Cefotaxime Sodium treat?

Cefotaxime Sodium (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 Sodium work?

Cefotaxime Sodium 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.

How is Cefotaxime Sodium rated?

pharmaranks gives Cefotaxime Sodium a composite score of 3.4 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

Is there a coupon or discount for Cefotaxime Sodium?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Cefotaxime Sodium. To pay less, Cefotaxime Sodium is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. 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 Sodium?

Cefotaxime Sodium is marketed by Aurobindo Pharma Ltd. You can see Aurobindo Pharma Ltd's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Cefotaxime Sodium a brand-name or generic drug?

Cefotaxime Sodium is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Cefotaxime Sodium. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.

Is Cefotaxime Sodium available over the counter?

No. Cefotaxime Sodium 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 Sodium come in?

Cefotaxime Sodium is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Cefotaxime Sodium?

Cefotaxime Sodium is classified as cephalosporin antibacterial, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Cefotaxime Sodium FDA-registered?

Cefotaxime Sodium is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA065517. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Cefotaxime Sodium been recalled by the FDA?

Cefotaxime Sodium has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Cefotaxime Sodium safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Cefotaxime Sodium a recall-safety score of 68/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.