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Vantin
Vantin is used for: Treating mild to moderate infections caused by certain bacteria.
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Cefpodoxime is in a group of drugs called cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotics. It works by fighting bacteria in your body. Cefpodoxime is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria. Cefpodoxime may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication...
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Vantin
Cefpodoxime proxetil is an orally administered, extended spectrum, semi-synthetic antibiotic of the cephalosporin class. The chemical name is (RS)-1(isopropoxycarbonyloxy) ethyl (+)-(6R,7R)-7-[2-(2-amino-4- thiazolyl)-2-{(Z)methoxyimino}acetamido]-3-methoxymethyl-8-oxo-5-- thia-1-azabicyclo-...
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Cefpodoxime Proxetil
...Antibiotic, Cephalosporin Trade Names: Cefpodoxime Proxetil - Granules for Suspension 50 mg/5 mL - Granules for Suspension 100 mg/5 mL Trade Names: Vantin - Tablets 100 mg - Tablets 200 mg Pharmacology Inhibits mucopeptide synthesis in bacterial cell wall. Pharmacokinetics Absorption About 50% absorbed....
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See also: Bladder Infection, Bronchitis, Gonococcal Infection, Disseminated, Gonococcal Infection, Uncomplicated, Kidney Infections, Otitis Media, Pneumonia, Sinusitis, Skin Infection, Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

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