Cefazolin Sodium
Cefazolin Sodium is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat and prevent bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis and is effective against gram-positive bacteria and some gram-negative organisms. This medication is commonly administered intravenously or intramuscularly in healthcare settings.
Cefazolin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections and prevent surgical site infections.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 203171
- Generic
- Cefazolin Sodium
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections, and biliary tract infections. Also used for perioperative surgical prophylaxis to prevent infections during surgical procedures.
As a beta-lactam antibiotic, cefazolin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to bacterial cell death.
Use with caution in patients with penicillin allergy due to potential cross-reactivity. Dosage adjustment may be necessary in patients with renal impairment. Common side effects include injection site reactions, rash, and diarrhea. Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve.
Official drug label
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