Ceftizoxime

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Ceftizoxime is a third-generation cephalosporin available for parenteral administration.

Unlike other 3rd generation cephalosporins, in ceftizoxime the whole C-3 side chain has been removed to prevent deactivation by hydrolytic enzymes. It rather resembles cefotaxime in its properties, but is not subjected to metabolism.

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US Brand Names

CEFIZOX®

FDA Package Insert

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