Cefamandole Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Cefamandole-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Cefamandole brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Cefamandole

ICD Code : Y40.1 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Cefamandole

International :

Mandol

Overview of Cefamandole

Note: Brand is not available in US market.

Why is Cefamandole Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a second-generation broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic, prescribed for respiratory infections, including pneumonia, urinary tract infections, peritonitis, skin and skin structure infections, bone and joint infections.

When should Cefamandole not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Cefamandole?

IM/IV- Dosage Adults: The usual dosage range is 500 mg to 2 g every 4 to 8 hours.
Pediatric Patients (3 months of age and older) 50 to 100 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses

How should Cefamandole be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Cefamandole?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver impairment, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Monitor kidney or liver function regularly while taking this medication.