What is Cefcapene?
Cefcapene is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, administered orally in the treatment of respiratory tract infections and skin and soft tissue infections. It has a broad spectrum of activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Cefcapene works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, ultimately leading to cell death. The effectiveness of cefcapene has been demonstrated in clinical trials, and it is generally well-tolerated with minimal side effects.
What is Cefcapene used for?
Cefcapene, also known as cefcapen pivoxil, is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic that belongs to the beta-lactam class of drugs. It is administered orally and primarily used in the treatment of various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and community-acquired pneumonia.
As a bacteriostatic agent, cefcapene exerts its antimicrobial effects by inhibiting cell wall synthesis in susceptible bacteria, ultimately leading to their death. This mechanism is shared with other beta-lactam antibiotics such as penicillins and other cephalosporins. Cefcapene’s efficacy is attributed to its broad-spectrum activity against a range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogens, including both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. It has been reported to be effective against many organisms resistant to other beta-lactam antibiotics.
Cefcapene side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Allergic reactions (such as anaphylaxis)
- Anxiety
- Bleeding or bruising easily
- Coughing up blood
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
- Feeling of wholeness or well-being changed
- Fever
- Flushing
- Headache
- Increased cough
- Joint pain
- Liver function tests abnormal
- Mental/mood changes (such as depression)
- Nausea
- Rash
- Stomach upset
- Taste changes
- Throat pain
- Vaginal itching
- Vision problems
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