Antibiotics Drugs in Nigeria
8 antibiotics medications available in Nigeria. Each drug page lists NAFDAC-registered brands, current prices, dosage information, side effects, and where to buy.
Amoxicillin
NAFDAC RegisteredBeta-lactam antibiotic
Common brands: Amoxil, Emzimox, Amoxil Suspension
Forms: Capsule, Suspension, Dispersible tablet
Price: ₦350 - ₦4,000
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate
NAFDAC RegisteredBeta-lactam antibiotic with beta-lactamase inhibitor
Common brands: Augmentin, Clavopil, Clavumox
Forms: Tablet, Suspension, Injection
Price: ₦2,500 - ₦16,000
Azithromycin
NAFDAC RegisteredMacrolide antibiotic
Common brands: Zithromax, Azithro, Azee
Forms: Tablet, Capsule, Suspension
Price: ₦500 - ₦6,000
Ceftriaxone
NAFDAC RegisteredThird-generation cephalosporin antibiotic
Common brands: Rocephin, Epicephin, Oframax
Forms: Injection
Price: ₦500 - ₦8,000
Ciprofloxacin
NAFDAC RegisteredFluoroquinolone antibiotic
Common brands: Ciprotab, Ciplox, Ciprofloxacin
Forms: Tablet, Injection, Eye drops
Price: ₦300 - ₦5,000
Co-trimoxazole (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim)
NAFDAC RegisteredSulfonamide-diaminopyrimidine combination antibiotic
Common brands: Septrin, Bactrim, Emtrim
Forms: Tablet, Suspension, Injection
Price: ₦100 - ₦3,000
Doxycycline
NAFDAC RegisteredTetracycline antibiotic
Common brands: Doxytet, Vibramycin, Doxycap
Forms: Capsule, Tablet, Injection
Price: ₦500 - ₦6,500
Metronidazole
NAFDAC RegisteredNitroimidazole antibiotic/antiprotozoal
Common brands: Flagyl, Metro, Torgyl
Forms: Tablet, Suspension, Injection, Suppository
Price: ₦150 - ₦2,500
About antibiotics drugs in Nigeria
All brand information on this page is cross-referenced with the NAFDAC Greenbook (Nigeria's official registered products database). Pricing reflects typical retail ranges in Nigerian pharmacies and is updated regularly. This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice — always consult a qualified pharmacist or doctor.