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Substitute of Ridpath 250mg Injection

Ridpath 250mg Injection

Salt Composition

Ceftriaxone 250mg

Primary Use

Ceftriaxone is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Original Brand

Soinsvie Pharmacia Pvt. Ltd.

Standard Price

₹34.5 MRP ₹34.5 (5 Tablets)
₹6.9/unit
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Srishti Bhukta
Written by:

Srishti Bhukta, Pharmacist

B. Pharma

Varinderjeet Kaur
Reviewed by:

Varinderjeet Kaur, MBBS

MBBS

Last updated on: 19 May 2026
Always consult your doctor before switching your medication to ensure the alternative aligns with your specific health profile.

Looking for an affordable alternative to Ridpath 250mg Injection? The substitutes below contain the exact same active ingredients Ceftriaxone and offer identical therapeutic benefits.

Top Substitutes by Savings

All alternatives listed below contain the exact same active ingredients and are approved for the same medical uses as Ridpath 250mg Injection.

AXN 250mg Injection 5ml

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

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MRP: ₹30.3 (5 Tablets)

₹6.1/unit

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C Tri 250mg Injection 1s

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.

MRP: ₹26.5 (5 Tablets)

₹5.3/unit

23% Lower Price

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Xone 125mg Injection 1s

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

MRP: ₹27.7 (1 Tablets)

₹27.7/unit

Cost 229% more

Cost 229% more

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Zifi X 250mg Injection 1X5ml

FDC Ltd.

PlatinumRx Top Choice

MRP: ₹29.7 (5 Tablets)

₹5.9/unit

14% Lower Price

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Xone 250mg Injection 5ml

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

MRP: ₹29.8 (2.4 Tablets)

₹12.4/unit

Cost 80% more

Cost 80% more

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Monocef 250mg Injection 2ml

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹30.3 (2 Tablets)

₹15.1/unit

Cost 119% more

Cost 119% more

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Maczone 250mg Injection 5ml

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹30.3 (5 Tablets)

₹6.1/unit

12% Lower Price

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Axone 500mg Injection 5ml

Cadila Healthcare Ltd.

Maximum Savings

MRP: ₹53.7 (10 Tablets)

₹5.4/unit

55% Lower Price

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C One 500mg Injection (WFI) 1s

Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

PlatinumRx Top Choice

MRP: ₹52.8 (1 Tablets)

₹52.8/unit

Cost 374% more

Cost 374% more

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Monocef 125mg Injection 2ml

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹45 (2 Tablets)

₹22.5/unit

Cost 226% more

Cost 226% more

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C One 1000mg Injection 10ml

Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹69.5 (10 Tablets)

₹7/unit

45% Lower Price

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Zifi X 500mg Injection 1X10ml

FDC Ltd.

PlatinumRx Top Choice

MRP: ₹52.5 (10 Tablets)

₹5.3/unit

24% Lower Price

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Gentrax 500mg Injection

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹52.5 (10 Tablets)

₹5.3/unit

24% Lower Price

24% Lower Price

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Cefbact 500mg Injection

Cipla Ltd.

MRP: ₹52.8 (1 Tablets)

₹52.8/unit

Cost 665% more

Cost 665% more

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Monotax 500mg Injection

Zydus Healthcare Ltd.

MRP: ₹53.7 (10 Tablets)

₹5.4/unit

22% Lower Price

22% Lower Price

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Maczone 500mg Injection 5ml

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹53.7 (5 Tablets)

₹10.7/unit

Cost 56% more

Cost 56% more

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C Tri 500mg Injection 5ml

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.

MRP: ₹53.7 (5 Tablets)

₹10.7/unit

Cost 56% more

Cost 56% more

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Monocef 500mg Injection 5ml

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹54 (5 Tablets)

₹10.8/unit

Cost 57% more

Cost 57% more

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Lyceft 1000mg Injection

Hetero Healthcare Ltd.

MRP: ₹58.4 (5 Tablets)

₹11.7/unit

Cost 69% more

Cost 69% more

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Auxone 1gm Injection

Aurz Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹58.4 (5 Tablets)

₹11.7/unit

Cost 69% more

Cost 69% more

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Traxol 1000mg Injection

Cachet Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹58.4 (10 Tablets)

₹5.8/unit

15% Lower Price

15% Lower Price

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Rightcef 1000mg Injection

Anax Lifescience Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹65.5 (5 Tablets)

₹13.1/unit

Cost 90% more

Cost 90% more

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C Tri 1000mg Injection 1s

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.

MRP: ₹66.6 (5 Tablets)

₹13.3/unit

Cost 93% more

Cost 93% more

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Monocef 1gm Injection 1s

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹67.1 (5 Tablets)

₹13.4/unit

Cost 94% more

Cost 94% more

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Monotax 1000mg Injection 1X5ml

Zydus Healthcare Ltd.

MRP: ₹67.1 (5 Tablets)

₹13.4/unit

Cost 94% more

Cost 94% more

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Finecef 1000mg Injection 1s

Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹66.5 (5 Tablets)

₹13.3/unit

Cost 93% more

Cost 93% more

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Gramocef 1000mg Injection 1s

Micro Labs Ltd.

MRP: ₹66.6 (5 Tablets)

₹13.3/unit

Cost 93% more

Cost 93% more

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Maczone 1000mg Injection 5ml

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹66.6 (5 Tablets)

₹13.3/unit

Cost 93% more

Cost 93% more

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Cefbact 1000mg Injection 1ml

Cipla Ltd.

MRP: ₹66.6 (1 Tablets)

₹66.6/unit

Cost 866% more

Cost 866% more

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Xone 1000mg Injection 5ml

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

MRP: ₹66.6 (5 Tablets)

₹13.3/unit

Cost 93% more

Cost 93% more

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Zifi X 1000mg Injection 1X5ml

FDC Ltd.

MRP: ₹66.6 (5 Tablets)

₹13.3/unit

Cost 93% more

Cost 93% more

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Hetexone SB 1.5gm Injection 10ml

Hetero Healthcare Ltd.

PlatinumRx Top Choice

MRP: ₹132 (10 Tablets)

₹13.2/unit

1% Lower Price

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AXN 2gm Injection 2ml

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

PlatinumRx Top Choice

MRP: ₹147.5 (2 Tablets)

₹73.8/unit

Cost 552% more

Cost 552% more

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Monotax 2000mg Injection

Zydus Healthcare Ltd.

MRP: ₹129.3 (10 Tablets)

₹12.9/unit

Cost 56% more

Cost 56% more

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C Tri 2000mg Injection 1s

Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.

MRP: ₹145 (2 Tablets)

₹72.5/unit

Cost 951% more

Cost 951% more

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Monocef 2000mg Injection 2ml

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

MRP: ₹147.5 (2 Tablets)

₹73.8/unit

Cost 969% more

Cost 969% more

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Xone 2000mg Injection 1X2ml

Alkem Laboratories Ltd.

MRP: ₹147.6 (2 Tablets)

₹73.8/unit

Cost 969% more

Cost 969% more

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Cefritec 1000mg Injection 5X1ml

Smotec Pharmaceuticals

MRP: ₹2,339.1 (5 Tablets)

₹467.8/unit

Cost 6680% more

Cost 6680% more

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Uses

Ceftriaxone is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Ceftriaxone include diarrhea, rash, increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), decreased white blood cell count, low blood platelets, and increased liver enzymes.

How it Works

How Ceftriaxone works Ceftriaxone is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the protective covering (cell wall) necessary for their survival.

Safety Advice

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Pregnancy

Caution

Use only if clearly needed

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Breastfeeding

Caution

Small amounts pass into breast milk

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Driving

Safe

Does not impair alertness

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Liver

Caution

Monitor in patients with liver disease

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Kidney

Safe

Dose adjustment rarely needed

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Alcohol

Caution

May worsen side effects

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Is it Safe to Switch?

The Same Salt and Strenght Rule

The core of any medication is its active ingredient, or "salt." Whether you buy the original Ridpath 250mg Injection or a substitute, the active ingredient Ceftriaxone is exactly the same. By law, generics must be bioequivalent, delivering the exact same dosage into your bloodstream at the same rate. Therapeutically, your body cannot tell the difference.

When not to switch

While the active salt is identical, inactive ingredients (binding agents, colors) vary. Consult your doctor if:

Specific Allergies:You are sensitive to certain dyes or lactose fillers.

Release Mechanisms:You are unsure if the new pill matches your prescribed release profile (IR/ER/SR).

Crucial Steps Before Changing

Verify the Strength & Release Profile

Double-check your prescription for two critical details before switching brands:

Release Speed:Pills dissolve at different rates. Check the letters on your prescription. Example: Do not swap a 50/1000mg pill for a 50/500mg pill.

Exact Strength:The milligrams must match perfectly. Example: Do not swap a 50/1000mg pill for a 50/500mg pill.

Consult Your Physician

Your doctor knows your complete medical history. Don't wait weeks for an appointment just to switch brands. Consult a verified doctor online through PlatinumRx in minutes.

Myths vs. Facts About Generic Medicines

Don't let misinformation stop you from saving money. Here is the truth about generic medications.

MYTH

Cheaper medicines are lower quality and take longer to work.

FACT

Generics act in the body at the exact same speed. They cost less because they do not pay for initial R&D and heavy TV marketing.

MYTH

Generic drugs cause more side effects or stomach issues.

FACT

The active medicinal ingredients are 100% identical. Regulatory bodies ensure the generic's safety profile matches the original.

MYTH

Generic companies skip safety testing to save money.

FACT

False. Manufacturers must pass rigorous bioequivalence testing to prove their pill behaves like the original in the human body.

Frequently asked questions

No, the primary side effects are identical. Because substitutes contain the exact same active ingredients, your body reacts to the medication in the exact same way it reacts to the original brand. The only exception is a rare allergy to an inactive filler.