About cefprozil
Second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic
Used for
- Treats certain bacterial ear, throat, sinus, skin, and respiratory infections.
Usual adult dose
Usually 250–500 mg by mouth every 12 hours, depending on infection.
Usual dose in children
Usually 7.5–15 mg/kg by mouth every 12 hours, depending on infection; maximum 500 mg per dose.
Common side effects
- Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal discomfort
- Rash or itching
- Vaginal yeast infection
Important warnings
- Do not use with a serious allergy to cefprozil or similar antibiotics.
- Seek urgent care for breathing trouble, facial swelling, or severe skin reactions.
- Antibiotics do not treat viral infections.
- Kidney problems may require dose adjustment.
Pregnancy
Available evidence has not shown a clear increase in birth defects; use when clinically needed.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may enter milk; infant diarrhea or thrush is possible.
Interactions
- Warfarin: may increase bleeding risk; monitoring may be needed.
- Probenecid: may increase cefprozil levels.
- Oral live typhoid vaccine: antibiotics may reduce vaccine effectiveness.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.