Cefprozil (By mouth)
sef-PROE-zil
Treats bacterial infections. This medicine is a cephalosporin antibiotic.
Drug classes
Antibiotic (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Cefprozil is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Capsule, Liquid
Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
Keep taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to stop, even if you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too soon, your infection may come back.
You may take your medicine with food or milk to avoid stomach upset.
Shake the oral liquid well just before using. Measure your medicine with a measuring spoon or medicine cup.
If a dose is missed:
Take your medicine as soon as you remember that you have missed your dose.
If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
You should not use two doses at one time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
Keep your medicine in a closed container away from heat, moisture, or direct light. You may keep the oral liquid in the refrigerator for 14 days. After 14 days, throw away any liquid that has not been used. Do not freeze.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking birth control pills or probenecid (Benemid®, ColBENEMID®) while taking cefprozil.
When Not To Use
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to cephalosporin medicine such as Keflex®, Ceclor®, Velosef®, or Suprax®.
Warnings
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had an allergic reaction to penicillin medicines, or if you have kidney problems.
If you have severe diarrhea while taking cefprozil, check with your doctor before taking medicine to stop the diarrhea.
Cefprozil may cause incorrect results with some urine sugar tests used by patients with diabetes.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Rash, hives, or blistering of the skin
Swelling
Wheezing or trouble breathing
Severe diarrhea (watery or bloody)
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Mild diarrhea
Vaginal itching or discharge
Joint aches and pains
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Brand names include
Cefzil
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
