Cefditoren
Cefditoren is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis and is effective against a range of gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. This medication is typically prescribed for respiratory tract infections and skin/soft tissue infections.
Cefditoren is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract and skin.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- J01DD16
- RxNorm
- 83682
- Generic
- Cefditoren
- Class
- atc-j01
- Brands
- Spectracef
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- oral
- Forms
- tablet
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Cefditoren is used to treat acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and skin/soft tissue infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
As a beta-lactam antibiotic, cefditoren inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to bacterial cell death.
Cefditoren should be taken with food to enhance absorption. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and headache. Patients with penicillin allergies may have cross-reactivity. It is not recommended for patients with carnitine deficiency. Complete the full course of therapy as prescribed.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 20, 2026. · Read our editorial policy