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Cefzil Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Cefzil (cefprozil) is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria. It is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, or dizziness.
The recommended adult dose of Cefzil is 250-500 mg twice daily for 10 days. Pediatric dose is determined by the child's weight. Cefzil may interact with probenecid, antibiotics, or diuretics (water pills). Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. Cefzil should be used only when prescribed during pregnancy. This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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Cefzil Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
CEFZIL (cefprozil) is indicated for the treatment of patients with mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms in the conditions listed below:
Upper Respiratory Tract
Pharyngitis/tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes.
NOTE: The usual drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever, is penicillin given by the intramuscular route. Cefprozil is generally effective in the eradication of Streptococcus pyogenes f...
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What is Patient information?
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Cefzil Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- diarrhea that is watery or bloody;
- fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
- unusual bleeding;
- seizure (convulsions);
- pale or yellowed skin, dark colored urine, fever, confusion or weakness;
- jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
- fever, sore throat, and headache wit...
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What is Consumer information?
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Cefzil Consumer Information: Uses
Cefprozil is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth usually once or twice daily, or as directed by your doctor. You may take this medicine with food if stomach upset occurs. Dosage is based on y...
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