Cefpodoxime Proxetil
Last Reviewed: Nov 07, 2024
Drug Details
Generic Name:
Availability:
Prescription only
Therapeutic Class:
Cephalosporin antibiotics
Forms:
Tablet, liquid suspension
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
Bacterial infections, including:
- Acute otitis media
- Pharyngitis and/or tonsillitis
- Sinusitis
- Pneumonia
- Bronchitis
- Gonorrhea
- Skin and skin structure infections
- Urinary tract infections
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
Cefpodoxime Drug Class
Cefpodoxime (sef-poe-dox-eem) is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It is effective against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Cefpodoxime Age Range
Cefpodoxime is approved for use in adults and children older than 2 months of age.
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