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mefoxin in sodium chloride 0.9% in plastic container

Pharmaranks rates Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container (Cefoxitin Sodium) is a cephalosporin antibacterial used to treat Abscess, Bacteroides Infections, Infectious Bone Diseases, Clostridium Infections.

Cefoxitin Sodium · by Merck

Available as a generic: Cefoxitin

70/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Cefoxitin Sodium
Form
Injectable
Strength
Cefoxitin Sodium EQ 20MG BASE/ML **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons** · Cefoxitin Sodium EQ 40MG BASE/ML **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons**
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Merck
FDA application
NDA050581
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

Drug class

How this class works, per Cephalosporins - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf.

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

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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 Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container treat?
Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container (Cefoxitin Sodium) may be used to treat abscess, bacteroides infections, infectious bone diseases, clostridium infections, escherichia coli infections, gonorrhea, 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 Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container work?
Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% 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.
How is Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container rated?
pharmaranks gives Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container a composite score of 3.5 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 Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% 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 Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container?
Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container is marketed by Merck. You can see Merck's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container a brand-name or generic drug?
Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Cefoxitin Sodium. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Cefoxitin Sodium are available — ask your pharmacist.
Is Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container available over the counter?
No. Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% 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 Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container come in?
Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
What class of drug is Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container?
Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container is classified as cephalosporin antibacterial, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
Is Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container FDA-registered?
Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA050581. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container been recalled by the FDA?
Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container 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 Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Mefoxin in Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container a recall-safety score of 70/100, 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.

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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