Ingredient

Cefroxadine Hydrate

Cefroxadine hydrate is an antibiotic used to treat gram-positive and gram-negative bacterial infections.

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MFDS ingredient code M259290

What does it do?

Cefroxadine hydrate belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and is used to treat various bacterial infections. It is primarily effective against respiratory, skin, and urinary tract infections.

Cefroxadine hydrate works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, preventing bacteria from growing or multiplying. As a result, the bacteria that cause infections are killed or their activities are suppressed.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Cefroxadine hydrate is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria compared to other cephalosporin antibiotics. It can also be used as an alternative for patients who are allergic to penicillin antibiotics.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.