Cefprozil
Cefprozil is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth and is commonly prescribed for respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and ear infections.
Cefprozil is an oral antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, skin, and ears.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- J01DC10
- RxNorm
- 19552
- Generic
- Cefprozil
- Class
- atc-j01
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- oral
- Forms
- suspension, tablet
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Cefprozil is used to treat bacterial infections including pharyngitis, tonsillitis, otitis media, sinusitis, and uncomplicated skin infections caused by susceptible organisms.
As a cephalosporin antibiotic, cefprozil works by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, leading to bacterial cell death.
Cefprozil is only effective against bacterial infections and will not work for viral infections like the common cold. Patients with penicillin allergies should use caution, as cross-reactivity is possible. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and rash.
Official drug label
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