Cedax

Tonsillitis, Tonsillitis, Sore Throat + 19 more

Treatment

5 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Cedax

Treatment for

Tonsillitis

What is Cedax

CeftibutenThe Generic name of this drug

Treatment SummaryCeftibuten is an antibiotic taken by mouth to treat bacterial infections. It is typically used to treat severe chest congestion, ear infection, sore throat, and tonsillitis.

Cedaxis the brand name

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Cedax Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Cedax

Ceftibuten

1995

9

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Ceftibuten, also called Cedax, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses including Streptococcal Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis .

Streptococcal Pharyngitis

Tonsillitis

Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB)

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Otitis Media

Effectiveness

How Cedax Affects PatientsCeftibuten is an antibiotic that kills bacteria.

How Cedax works in the bodyCeftibuten kills harmful bacteria by blocking the production of their cell walls. It does this by attaching itself to proteins that are needed to make the walls.

When to interrupt dosage

The prescribed dosage of Cedax is contingent upon the identified condition, such as Sinusitis, Bacterial Pneumonia and Urinary tract infection. The amount of dosage is contingent upon the type of administration (e.g. Suspension - Oral or Suspension) specified in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI) caused by susceptible bacteria

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Communicable Diseases

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB)

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Streptococcal Pharyngitis

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Upper Respiratory Infections

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

uncomplicated Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI)

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Sinusitis

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

uncomplicated Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Superinfection bacterial

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Otitis Media

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Urethritis

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Sore Throat

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Bacterial Pneumonia

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Urinary tract infection

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Acute Otitis Media (AOM)

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI)

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Acute Tracheobronchitis

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Tonsillitis

180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL

, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Warnings

Cedax has one contraindication and should not be administered when presenting with any of the conditions stated in the table below.Cedax Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Cedax.

Common Cedax Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Neomycin

Major

The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Ceftibuten is combined with Neomycin.

Tenofovir

Major

Ceftibuten may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir.

Tenofovir alafenamide

Major

Ceftibuten may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir alafenamide.

Tenofovir disoproxil

Major

Ceftibuten may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir disoproxil.

Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen can be decreased when used in combination with Ceftibuten.

Cedax Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much of a cephalosporin can lead to seizures due to brain irritation.

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Cedax Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Cedax?

143 active clinical trials are currently assessing the potential of Cedax to mitigate Upper Respiratory Infections, Tonsillitis and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

3 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 4

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

99 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 4

Communicable Diseases

0 Actively Recruiting

Sinusitis

2 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 4

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

24 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 3, Not Applicable

Otitis Media

0 Actively Recruiting

uncomplicated Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

0 Actively Recruiting

uncomplicated Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI)

0 Actively Recruiting

Bacterial Pneumonia

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 1

Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB)

0 Actively Recruiting

Tonsillitis

4 Actively Recruiting

Phase 4, Phase 2, Not Applicable

Acute Otitis Media (AOM)

3 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Sore Throat

4 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI) caused by susceptible bacteria

0 Actively Recruiting

Urethritis

0 Actively Recruiting

Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI)

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3

Superinfection bacterial

0 Actively Recruiting

Urinary tract infection

0 Actively Recruiting

Upper Respiratory Infections

0 Actively Recruiting

Tonsillitis

0 Actively Recruiting

Cedax Reviews: What are patients saying about Cedax?

5Patient Review

11/8/2013

Cedax for Middle Ear Infection

We've tried a lot of different treatments for my son's ear infection, but this is the only one that has worked. We're hopeful that his scheduled adenoid removal will be the end of his ear infections.

2Patient Review

1/19/2012

Cedax for Middle Ear Infection

This medication is quite potent. My two year old was unable to keep it down, even when taken with food. We tried this as a last resort after three other antibiotics over the course of six weeks, but it unfortunately did not help clear up his ear infections.

2Patient Review

7/5/2011

Cedax for Middle Ear Infection

Unfortunately, this didn't work for my 10-month-old. He ended up getting a fever that lasted for over a week.

1.3Patient Review

4/29/2014

Cedax for Infection of the Middle Ear caused by Streptococcus

Despite my child completing the full course of antibiotics prescribed for his ear infection, he still tested positive for strep throat. We had to go back and start a new medication.

Patient Q&A Section about cedax

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the generic name for Cedax?

"The oral form of this medication is used to treat certain types of skin infections (e.g., cellulitis, folliculitis, impetigo).

This drug is used to treat certain types of skin infections, including cellulitis, folliculitis, and impetigo."

Answered by AI

What is Cedax used for?

"It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).

Ceftibuten is used for treating a variety of bacterial infections. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic, which works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is only effective against bacterial infections, and not viral infections."

Answered by AI

What is the contraindications for Cedax?

"You may experience diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria, as well as inflammation of the large intestine. If you have moderate to severe kidney impairment, these conditions may be exacerbated."

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Why was Cedax discontinued?

"The reason for the discontinuation of Cedax (ceftibuten) is unknown. In 2017, the FDA found that there were no safety or effectiveness issues with the suspension form of the medication."

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Clinical Trials for Cedax

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Intervention for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

"This trial is testing to make sure that the Airvo 3 device with a respiratory rate algorithm made by Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is accurate for monitoring a person's breathing rate continuously."

Waitlist Available

Element BoulderMonica Rabanal, MSc, BSNFisher and Paykel Healthcare

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Control for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

This trial aims to understand how older individuals with COPD regulate their body temperature.

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

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Budesonide +1 More for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

This trial will compare the effect of using a combination inhaler (BGF) containing three types of medication versus a different combination inhaler (GFF) in people with COPD and high risk for

Research Site (+99 Sites)AstraZeneca

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SPOTFIRE R Panel for Acute Respiratory Infection

Washington, United States

This trial aims to see if using a rapid test to identify the virus causing acute respiratory infections in the emergency department can help reduce unnecessary antibiotic use. The study will enroll patients with respiratory symptoms and use a

George Washington University HospitalChristopher Payette, MDBioMérieux

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Music Therapy for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

This trial will involve 20 participants and aims to test a type of music therapy called MAJOR CHORD. The therapy will consist of two in-person sessions before leaving the hospital and two virtual sessions after

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical CenterSamuel Rodgers-Melnick, MPH, MT-BC

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Itepekimab Q2W for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Adairsville, GA

This trial is a research study that will help gather more information about the safety and effectiveness of a medication called itepekimab in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The

Appalachian Clinical Research Site Number : 8400024 (+15 Sites)Clinical Sciences & OperationsSanofi

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Oral care treatment as usual for Oral Bacterial Infection

This trial is going to compare the effectiveness of two different oral care treatments in patients who have a tube in their throat. The goal of the trial is to see which treatment can reduce the amount of bacteria

Waitlist Available

Cleveland Clinic FoundationMarcelo Gama de Abreu, MD

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Positive Airway Pressure + NAC for COPD

San Francisco, CA

This trial tests if a new way of delivering medicine to the lungs of people with asthma or COPD can improve airway blockages.

UCSF Airway Clinical Research CenterJohn Fahy, MD, MS

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Digital Remote Patient Monitoring for COPD

Edmonton, Canada

This trial assesses whether remote patient monitoring improved outcomes for COPD patients. Secondary outcomes include clinical measures such as quality of life, physical activity and self-efficacy.

G. F. MacDonald Centre for Lung HealthMichael K Stickland, PhD

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Treatment Strategies for Sinus Infection

Los Angeles, CA

This trial is studying which treatment works best for sinus infections: antibiotics/nasal sprays, over-the-counter remedies, or supportive care.

Waitlist Available

University of California Los Angeles (+6 Sites)Dan Merenstein, MD

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BGF with Different Propellants for COPD

This trial will measure how well different forms of orally inhaled BGF treatment work for people with COPD over a period of 15-16 weeks. Participants will have regular in-clinic visits and use rescue SABA during the study.

No Prior Treatment

Research Site (+25 Sites)AstraZeneca

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Triple-Inhaler Therapy for COPD

This trial looks at the effect of 3 inhalers on lung capacity and exercise endurance.

Research Site (+5 Sites)AstraZeneca

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