Cefprozil is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections. It is generally used in treatment for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, ear, bone, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is typically also used prevent infections after surgery.
Side effects
Allergic reaction
Diarrhoea
Nausea
Rash
Stomach pain
Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Cefprozil, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Cefprozil is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Cefprozil is an antibiotic. It makes the condition better by preventing the bacteria from forming a bacterial protective covering that's essential for the bacteria to survive, thereby killing them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Cefprozil same as penicillin/ or related to penicillin or contain penicillin? Beta-lactam group of antibiotics and cross sensitivity has been demonstrated
Q. Is Cefprozil a sulfa based drug? No, Cefprozil is not a sulpha based drug
Q. Is Cefprozil stronger than amoxicillin? Such comparisons between antibiotics cannot be drawn as these medicines are used for different indications depending on the doctor's clinical experience
Q. Is Cefprozil used for strep throat, sinus infection, and bronchitis? Yes, Cefprozil is prescribed for strep throat, sinus infection, and bronchitis
Q. Can I take tylenol (paracetamol), advil (ibuprofen), Nyquil (cold and flu medication), mucinex (guaifenesin), and benadryl with Cefprozil? There are no known drug interaction of Cefprozil with tylenol (paracetamol), advil (ibuprofen), Nyquil (cold and flu medication), mucinex (guaifenesin) and benadryl
Q. Does Cefprozil treat urinary tract infections (UTI)? No, Cefprozil is mainly indicated for respiratory tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria
Q. Does Cefprozil interfere with birth control? No, there no known effects of Cefprozil on birth control
Q. Does Cefprozil make you tired? Yes, Cefprozil may make you feel tired and sleepy.
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Cefprozil to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.Discontinue Cefprozil and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefprozil as it may cause increased side effects.
Product Details
SKU: PC-43509 Product Description: Zemetril 250 mg Tablet is manufactured by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.