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
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
Available Country
Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
Ceradon
Ceradon

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.

Innovators Monograph

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