Cefzil

Tonsillitis, Otitis Media, Urinary Tract Infections + 5 more
Treatment
11 FDA approvals
16 Active Studies for Cefzil

What is Cefzil

CefprozilThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryCefprozil is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as ear infections, skin infections, bronchitis, and other bacterial infections.
Cefprozilis the brand name
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Cefzil 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 11 uses which include Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB) and uncomplicated skin and subcutaneous tissue bacterial infections .
Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB)
uncomplicated skin and subcutaneous tissue bacterial infections
Tonsillitis streptococcal
Bacterial Infections
bacterial otitis media
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Bronchitis, Chronic
Otitis Media
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
Bacterial Infections

Effectiveness

How Cefzil Affects PatientsCefprozil is a type of medication used to treat ear infections, soft tissue infections, and respiratory infections. It belongs to a class of drugs called cephalosporins.
How Cefzil works in the bodyCefprozil is an antibiotic that works like penicillin. It binds to proteins inside bacteria, which stops them from making more of their cell walls. This causes the bacteria to break apart, and eventually die. Cefprozil may also prevent bacteria from using enzymes that help them survive.

When to interrupt dosage

The measure of Cefzil is dependent upon the determined disorder, including Bacterial Infections, Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) and Tonsillitis. The quantity of dosage fluctuates, in relation to the method of delivery (e.g. Suspension or Tablet) specified in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
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
Urinary Tract 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
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 (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
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
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
Bronchitis, Chronic
, 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

Cefzil Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Cefzil.
Common Cefzil 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.
Cefzil Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking a single dose of cefprozil at 5000mg/kg did not cause any deaths or toxic symptoms in adult, weaning, or newborn rats, or adult mice. A dose of 3000mg/kg caused some monkeys to experience diarrhea and lack of appetite, but did not result in death.
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Cefzil Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Cefzil?

39 active studies are examining the potential of Cefzil in providing relief from Urinary Tract Infections, Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) and Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB).
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Tonsillitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacterial Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3
Bronchitis, Chronic
0 Actively Recruiting
Otitis Media
0 Actively Recruiting
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
9 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 4, Not Applicable
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Urinary Tract Infections
4 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4

Cefzil Reviews: What are patients saying about Cefzil?

5Patient Review
2/3/2010
Cefzil for Bronchitis
I felt great after just a few days on this medication, and didn't experience any negative side effects.
4.7Patient Review
4/24/2010
Cefzil for Acute Infection of the Nose, Throat or Sinus
While this medicine was successful in clearing up my infection, the side effects were unfortunately very unpleasant. I had constant diarrhea for over a week and experienced vaginal dryness and itching.
4.3Patient Review
5/18/2009
Cefzil for Bronchitis
This treatment worked great for me. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for relief from their symptoms.
3.3Patient Review
9/24/2008
Cefzil for Middle Ear Infection
I unfortunately didn't have a great experience with this medication. I felt dizzy, experienced sharp stomach pains, and intense itching, swelling, and discharge vaginally.
2.7Patient Review
1/1/2012
Cefzil for Strep Throat
My five-year-old son was prescribed this medication, but he started urinating frequently and developed severe hives. It took a few days for the symptoms to subside.
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Patient Q&A Section about cefzil

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

Is CEFZIL and cephalexin the same?

"Keflex and Cefzil are both effective treatments for bacterial infections. Be sure to take the full course of medication prescribed for either of these treatments in order to be effective."

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What is the generic name for CEFZIL?

"Cefprozil is an antibiotic in the cephalosporin family used to treat bacterial infections.

The generic name for Cefprozil is seff-PRO-zill. It is an antibiotic in the cephalosporin family used to treat bacterial infections."

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Is CEFZIL a penicillin?

"Cefprozil is an antibiotic that belongs to the cephalosporin group. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic that belongs to the penicillin group."

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What is CEFZIL used for?

"Cefprozil is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic and works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth."

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Clinical Trials for Cefzil

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