Ingredient

Cefditoren Pivoxil

Cefditoren pivoxil is an antibiotic ingredient used to treat bacterial infections.

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MFDS ingredient code M085675

What does it do?

Cefditoren pivoxil belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and is used to treat various bacterial infections. This ingredient is included in medications with the purpose of inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis to combat infections.

Cefditoren pivoxil inhibits the enzymes that create the bacterial cell wall, interfering with cell wall formation. As a result, bacteria are unable to grow or multiply normally, allowing the infection to be treated.

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

Good to know

Cefditoren pivoxil has a broad antibacterial spectrum among cephalosporin antibiotics and is particularly effective against respiratory infections. There may be differences in activity against resistant bacteria compared to other antibiotics.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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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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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

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.