Medicine Overview

Indication
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Adult Dose
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Indication: Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
Dose: by mouth – 500 mg
Frequency: once daily
Duration: for 10 days
Indication: Respiratory Tract Infections, Skin Infections
Dose: Oral – 250-500 mg
Frequency: twice daily
Duration: for 10 days

Child Dose
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Age: Child
Dose: by mouth (oral) – 15–30 mg/kg/day
Frequency: every 12 hours
Indication: Acute Otitis Media
Age: 6 months old-12 years old
Dose: by mouth (oral) – 30 mg/kg/day
Frequency: divided every 12 hours
Duration: 10 days

Renal Dose
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Condition: Renal impairment: Creatinine Clearance (ml/min) less than 30
Dose: Form – Half normal dose
Note: Renal impairment: Creatinine Clearance (ml/min) less than 30 Half normal dose.
Administration
  • Can be taken with or without food
  • Take at regular intervals
Side Effect

Drug Interaction
Drug NameRisk Factors
Probenecid
Renal excretion delayed
Oestrogen-containing oral contraceptives
Decreases contraceptive effect

Disease Interaction
Disease NameRisk Factors
No specific contraindications listed
Monitor for allergic reactions

Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Cefprozil powder for suspension should be stored in a cool, dry place (preferably below 30°C) and should be protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.

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