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Pharmaranks rates Monocid 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Monocid (Cefonicid Sodium) is a medication supplied as an injectable.

Cefonicid Sodium · by Glaxosmithkline

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 19, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Cefonicid Sodium
Form
Injectable
Strength
Cefonicid Sodium EQ 10GM BASE/VIAL · Cefonicid Sodium EQ 1GM BASE/VIAL · Cefonicid Sodium EQ 2GM BASE/VIAL · Cefonicid Sodium EQ 500MG BASE/VIAL
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Glaxosmithkline
FDA application
NDA050579
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

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

How is Monocid rated?
pharmaranks gives Monocid 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 Monocid?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Monocid. 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 Monocid?
Monocid is marketed by Glaxosmithkline. You can see Glaxosmithkline's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Monocid a brand-name or generic drug?
Monocid is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Cefonicid Sodium.
Is Monocid available over the counter?
No. Monocid 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 Monocid come in?
Monocid is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Monocid FDA-registered?
Monocid is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA050579. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Monocid been recalled by the FDA?
Monocid 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 Monocid safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Monocid 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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