Infectious Disease Compendium

Cefprozil (Cefzil®)

Dosing

CrCl Formula

CrCl > 80: 250 - 500 mg q 12 - 24 h po.

CrCl 80-50: 250 - 500 mg po q 12 - 24 h po.

CrCl 50-10: 125 - 250 mg po q 12 - 24 h po.

CrCl < 10: 125 - 250 mg po q 12 - 24 h po.

Hemodialysis:

Peritoneal dialysis:

Important side effects

Important drug interactions

Rants and Screeds

Pearls

Treatment of choice

Use for

Bronchitis, Cellulitis, Osteomyelitis, Otitis media, Pharyngitis, Pneumonia, Sinusitis, tonsillitis.

Don't use for

Class

Cephalosporin. Second generation.

Last Update: 08/05/19.