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Cefditoren Pivoxil Oral - Cefditoren - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Cefditoren Pivoxil Oral
  • Spectracef
  • seff-dih-TOR-en


Read Before Using Cefditoren Pivoxil Oral (precautions)

  • This medication is not recommended for use if you have the following medical conditions.

Cefditoren Pivoxil Oral Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature (77 degrees F) away from light and moisture.
  • Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted.

Medicinal Applications

  • Cefditoren is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections (for example, respiratory infections, skin infections).

Possible Side Effects

  • Diarrhea, headache, nausea, or vomiting may occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Cefditoren Pivoxil Oral Miscellaneous Notes

  • This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
  • Do not use it later for another infection unless told to do so by your doctor.
  • A different medication may be necessary in those cases.
  • Do not share this medication with others.
  • Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.

Drug Interactions

  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Usage Instructions

  • Take this medication by mouth usually twice daily with meals, or as directed by your doctor.
  • The dosage and length of treatment is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
  • Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
  • Therefore, take this drug at evenly spaced intervals.
  • Continue to take this medication until the full-prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
  • Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a relapse of the infection.
  • Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve in 10 days.