Spectracef Dosage
Generic name: CEFDITOREN PIVOXIL 200mg
Dosage form: tablet, film coated
Drug class: Third generation cephalosporins
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 17, 2022.
(See INDICATIONS AND USAGE for Indicated Pathogens.)
SPECTRACEF® (cefditoren pivoxil) Dosage and Administration* Adults and Adolescents (≥12 Years) |
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Type of Infection |
Dosage |
Duration (Days) |
Community-Acquired Pneumonia |
400 mg BID |
14 |
Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis |
400 mg BID |
10 |
Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis |
200mg BID |
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Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections |
*Should be taken with meals
Patients with Renal Insufficiency
No dose adjustment is necessary for patients with mild renal impairment (CLcr: 50-80 mL/min/1.73 m2). It is recommended that not more than 200 mg BID be administered to patients with moderate renal impairment (CLcr: 30-49 mL/min/1.73 m2) and 200 mg QD be administered to patients with severe renal impairment (CLcr: <30 mL/min/1.73 m2). The appropriate dose in patients with end-stage renal disease has not been determined.
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