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Cefprozil Oral - Cefprozil - Oral Generic Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Cefprozil Oral
- Cefzil
- seff-PRO-zill
Possible Side Effects
- This medication may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting.
- Take with food or milk to minimize these effects.
- If these effects continue or become severe, inform your doctor promptly.
- If any of the following effects occur, notify your doctor.
Cefprozil Oral Storage Instructions
- Store tablets at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Liquid suspensions should be stored in the refrigerator but not the freezer.
- Check the expiration date and discard any unused medication after that date.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you should miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
- If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.
Cefprozil Oral Miscellaneous Notes
- This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
- Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else.
- A different medication may be necessary.
Read Before Using Cefprozil Oral (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.
Usage Instructions
- This medication is taken by mouth.
- To prevent stomach upset, it may be taken with food or milk.
- The liquid form of this medication should shaken well before pouring each dose.
- Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
- Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
- 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 resulting in a relapse of the infection.
Medicinal Applications
- This medication is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include muscle spasms and seizures.