Also known as Claforan
Cefotaxime (INN) is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. Like other third-generation cephalosporins, it has broad spectrum activity against Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria. In most cases, it is considered to be equivalent to ceftriaxone in terms of safety and efficacy.
Source: WikipediaEstimated Total Cost: $146.71 for an average of 7 days supply
Patients are most commonly prescribed cefotaxime to treat fever, pneumonia, difficulty breathing, and sepsis.