Cefotetan Medication Information

Get detailed information on Cefotetan, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Cefotetan provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Cefotetan

Pronunciation : SEF-oh-TEE-tan

ICD Code : Y40.1 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Cefotetan

International :

Cefotan

Overview of Cefotetan

Note: Brand is not available in US market.

Why is Cefotetan Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a cephalosporin antibiotic, prescribed for bacterial infections. It works by fighting against the bacteria in the body.

When should Cefotetan not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Cefotetan?

IM/IV- The usual adult dosage is 1 or 2 gram.

How should Cefotetan be taken?

It comes as powder for injection (diluted with fluid), to be administered by a healthcare provider.

What are the warnings and precautions for Cefotetan?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of stomach or bowel problems, blood clotting problems, active bleeding, kidney or liver impairment, poor nutrition, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children less than 10 years, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Monitor kidney or liver function, blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Cefotetan?

Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea and nausea.
Blood - Eosinophilia, anemia, decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Hepatic - Liver enzyme elevations.
Hypersensitivity - Rash, hives and itching.
Local - Vein inflammation.
Genitourinary - Elevations in BUN and serum creatinine levels.
Miscellaneous - Fever.