Cefpodoxime

Brand/Trade Names: Vantin

Description: Cefpodoxime is an oral third generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It is active against most gram positive and gram negative bacteria. Notable exceptions include Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococcus, and Bacteroides fragilis.

Uses: Cefpodoxime is used to treat acute otitis media, pharyngitis, and sinusitis. It also finds use as oral continuation therapy when intravenous cephalosporins (such as ceftriaxone) are no longer necessary for continued treatment.

Cefpodoxime Structural Formula


Additional Information Data And Resources:

MedlinePlus Cefpodoxime Information
Vantin Prescribing Information