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What is Cefprozil
CefprozilThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryCefprozil is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, skin, bronchitis, and other infections. It belongs to a class of drugs called cephalosporins.
Cefprozilis the brand name
Cefprozil Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Cefprozil
Cefprozil
2005
86
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Cefprozil, also known as Cefprozil, is approved by the FDA for 6 uses which include Tonsillitis and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) .Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB)
Bacterial Infections
Otitis Media
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
Effectiveness
How Cefprozil Affects PatientsCefprozil is a type of antibiotic that is used to treat ear infections, skin infections, and respiratory infections.
How Cefprozil works in the bodyCefprozil is an antibiotic, similar to penicillin. It works by attaching to specific proteins located in bacterial cell walls. This blocks the third and final stage of bacterial cell wall formation. The bacteria is then destroyed by its own enzymes, and cefprozil might help this process by blocking the enzymes that stop this destruction.
When to interrupt dosage
The advised dosage of Cefprozil relies upon the diagnosed condition, including Bacterial Infections, Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) and Tonsillitis. The quantity likewise deviates in accordance with the administration mode (e.g. Suspension or Tablet) outlined in the following table.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
, 125.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg
, Oral, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral
Otitis Media
, 125.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg
, Oral, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral
Tonsillitis
, 125.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg
, Oral, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral
Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB)
, 125.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg
, Oral, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
, 125.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg
, Oral, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral
Bacterial Infections
, 125.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg
, Oral, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
, 125.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg
, Oral, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral
Urinary Tract Infection
, 125.0 mg/mL, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg, 250.0 mg
, Oral, Powder, for suspension - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral
Warnings
Cefprozil ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Common Cefprozil Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Neomycin
Major
The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Cefprozil is combined with Neomycin.
Tenofovir
Major
Cefprozil may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir.
Tenofovir alafenamide
Major
Cefprozil may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir alafenamide.
Tenofovir disoproxil
Major
Cefprozil 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 Cefprozil.
Cefprozil Toxicity & Overdose RiskTests have shown that cefprozil is not toxic at a single dose of 5000mg/kg in adult, weaning, and newborn rats, or adult mice. A single 3000mg/kg dose did cause diarrhea and loss of appetite in monkeys, but no deaths.
Cefprozil Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Cefprozil?
39 active clinical trials are underway to assess the utility of Cefprozil in treating Urinary Tract Infection, Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) and Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB).Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Tonsillitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Bacterial Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Otitis Media
0 Actively Recruiting
Urinary Tract Infection
8 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
24 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 3, Not Applicable
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB)
0 Actively Recruiting
Cefprozil Reviews: What are patients saying about Cefprozil?
5Patient Review
9/23/2013 Cefprozil was able to clear up a sinus infection when amoxicillin couldn't. However, the ten day prescription wasn't enough to completely get rid of the abscess which came back.
5Patient Review
4/6/2016 Penicillin didn't work for my strep throat, but cefprozil did the trick within three days.
4.7Patient Review
10/9/2017 Cleared up my infection but I had TERRIBLE halitosis that lasted a few days after my final dose.
4.7Patient Review
8/12/2014 My son was 9 when he took this, and it cleared all his nasal passages up. He was finally able to breathe. It was a relief to hear that. We never had the so called rash everyone else got . I don't know if it was because he was older and able to take the strength of the pill....But It worked for us....
4Patient Review
4/27/2014 My 5-year-old granddaughter was prescribed this medication for a severe sinus infection. Three days into the script, she developed a fever and started breaking out in a rash. If her fever continues, we're going to the ER tonight. Not sure if the med is causing any of this, but her sinuses are much better.
4Patient Review
9/28/2010 This treatment is effective, but it's very drying to my sinuses.
3.3Patient Review
6/1/2020 This treatment didn't do much for me.
2.7Patient Review
6/1/2020 This treatment is Okay.
2.7Patient Review
6/1/2020 This wasn't the most effective treatment I've tried, but it didn't make things worse, so that's something.
2.3Patient Review
9/6/2010 While this drug cleared up my ear infection, I developed a really nasty rash that's spread from my toes to my neck.
2Patient Review
9/21/2022 It's effective, but it smells bad. And I don't think many kids would want to take it.
1Patient Review
5/6/2019 The side effects of this treatment are very unpleasant and potentially dangerous. Avoid it if at all possible.
1Patient Review
4/19/2011 This medicine was prescribed for my toddler, and it was absolutely vile. I couldn't get him to take even the small amount he needed because it tasted so bad. If I hadn't tried it myself, I would have thought he was just being dramatic- but honestly, this stuff is undrinkable. We had to go back to the doctor to find an alternative medication.
Patient Q&A Section about cefprozil
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.Is cefprozil the same as amoxicillin?
"No, cefprozil is not the same as amoxicillin. Cefprozil is a cephalosporin antibiotic and amoxicillin is a penicillin-type antibiotic. Both antibiotics kill bacteria by preventing them from making their own protective covering. They are often used to treat similar types of infections."
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Is cefprozil stronger than amoxicillin?
"This study found that cefprozil is as effective as high-dose amoxicillin/clavulanate, but has a lower rate of adverse events."
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Is cefzil the same as Keflex?
"Keflex and Cefzil are both antibiotics that treat bacterial infections. However, it is important to finish the full course of Cefzil so that it can be effective."
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What is cefprozil used to treat?
"Cefprozil is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic, which means it works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for common colds, the flu, or other virus infections."
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