Ingredient

Cefprozil Hydrate

Cefprozil hydrate is an antibiotic ingredient used to treat infections caused by gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

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MFDS ingredient code M250545

What does it do?

Cefprozil hydrate is an active ingredient belonging to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics. This ingredient is used in medications to treat various bacterial infections, particularly effective for respiratory, skin, and urinary tract infections.

Cefprozil hydrate works by interfering with bacterial cell wall synthesis, preventing bacteria from growing or multiplying. As a result, bacteria that cause infections are killed or their activity is suppressed.

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

Good to know

Cefprozil hydrate is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria compared to other cephalosporin antibiotics. Additionally, it shows relatively strong efficacy against some strains that have developed resistance.

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.