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Cefpodoxime Proxetil

Cefpodoxime Proxetil (Vantin) is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as pharyngitis and pneumonia. This listing covers the single tablet formulation available in the catalogue.

Medicine containing Cefpodoxime Proxetil

Vantin

Bacterial Infections, Pharyngitis, Pneumonia

100mg · 200mg

Cefpodoxime proxetil tablets for bacterial infections and pharyngitis. It stops bacteria from building cell walls, causing them to die.

From$2.15/ tabletView

Key points

  • Cefpodoxime works by stopping bacteria from building their cell walls, which stops the infection from spreading.
  • The tablet comes in two strengths: 100 mg and 200 mg.
  • Vantin is the originator brand, first marketed by Pharmacia & Upjohn.

What Cefpodoxime Proxetil is used for

Cefpodoxime Proxetil is listed for Bacterial Infections and Pharyngitis, including pneumonia. The antibiotic stops the bacteria causing these conditions from multiplying, giving the body a chance to recover.

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