How much does cefazolin cost (and why the price varies)?
Cefazolin prices depend mainly on the manufacturer, dosage form (typically IV powder for reconstitution), strength (e.g., 1 g vs 2 g), vial size, and where you buy it (hospital contract pricing vs retail pharmacies). Exact current pricing is not provided in the information available here, so you’ll need to check a specific source for an accurate number.
Where to look up current cefazolin prices
If you’re trying to compare “cash” costs or identify the cheapest option for a specific dose, check:
- Hospital or health-system pharmacy contract pricing (usually the lowest for institutions).
- Retail pharmacy pricing tools for the specific NDC (National Drug Code), strength, and quantity.
- Wholesale distributor quotes (common for facilities and some practices).
- Public price databases (often show list price or historical/indicative pricing, which can differ from what you pay).
To get a reliable answer, you’d typically look up the exact product by NDC and strength (for example, “cefazolin 1 g vial”).
What strength and formulation should you specify?
When requesting or searching for cefazolin price, include:
- Strength (commonly 1 g or 2 g per vial)
- Vial size and package count
- Manufacturer (or NDC)
- Route/form (IV powder for reconstitution)
If you mean “per dose” cost for IV use
Cefazolin is usually administered as an IV dose drawn from a vial; the “per dose” cost depends on how many vials are used per administration and your negotiated price per vial. Without the specific strength and vial cost, a per-dose figure can be misleading.
Can generics change the price?
Yes. Cefazolin is typically available as a generic, so prices can differ by manufacturer and NDC. Facilities also may switch suppliers based on contract terms, which can change the effective price over time.
If you share details, I can help you narrow to the right price
Reply with the specific cefazolin strength and form (for example, “cefazolin 1 g vial, IV,” plus your country or whether this is hospital vs retail), and if you have an NDC, include it. Then the search for the exact price becomes much more accurate.
Sources
No sources were provided with the question, so no price claims can be cited.