Vantin

Utilized to target bacterial infections to alleviate symptoms.

Strengths: 100 · 200mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Orelox

Therapeutic class

Cephalosporin Antibiotic

Pharmacological class

Cephalosporin

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to cephalosporins

Precautions and warnings

complete the full course of treatment; report any signs of allergic reaction

Minor side effects

diarrhoea; nausea

Moderate side effects

abdominal pain; vaginal fungal infection

Dosage forms

Tablet; Film-coated tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

Utilized to target bacterial infections to alleviate symptoms.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Pfizer

Onset Time

2–4 hours

Duration

12 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C.

Drug interactions

antacids; probenecid

Age restrictions

Dosage varies by weight and age.

Serious side effects

anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention; clostridioides difficile infection — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Vantin is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin that disrupts bacterial cell wall synthesis, resulting in cell death.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: No evidence of teratogenicity; use only if required. Breastfeeding: Present in breast milk; use with caution.

Vantin

Utilized to target bacterial infections to alleviate symptoms.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Cefpodoxime
  • Listed indication(s): Respiratory Tract Infection, Cystitis, Uncomplicated Skin Infections

Usually available as

  • 60 tablets - 100 mg169-100-mg-4465
  • 30 tablets - 200 mg169-200-mg-1572