Ceradon
Ceradon Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
One of the cephalosporins that has a broad spectrum of activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms.
Ceradon is a third generation beta-lactam cephalosporin antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall biosynthesis. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that is effective against Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria.
Trade Name | Ceradon |
Generic | Cefotiam |
Cefotiam Other Names | Cefotiam, Cefotiamum |
Type | |
Formula | C18H23N9O4S3 |
Weight | Average: 525.628 Monoisotopic: 525.103512339 |
Protein binding | 40% |
Groups | Approved, Investigational |
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Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Ceradon is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
For treatment of severe infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
Ceradon is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Susceptible infections
How Ceradon works
The bactericidal activity of cefotiam results from the inhibition of cell wall synthesis via affinity for penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs).
Toxicity
Adverse effects following overdosage include nausea, vomiting, epigastric distress, diarrhea, and convulsions.
Elimination Route
Rapidly absorbed following intramuscular injection. Bioavailability is 60% following intramuscular injection.
Half Life
Approximately 1 hour.
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