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Spectracef


Spectracef is a brand name for the drug cefditoren. It is classified as a cephalosporin antibiotic and is used to treat certain types of bacterial infections, including pneumonia, strep throat, and specific skin problems.1 For complete information, see the cefditoren WisdomCard.

Fast Facts:

  • Some side effects include nausea, vomiting, heartburn, headache, and stomach pain.1
  • Swallow tablets whole twice daily; take with a full glass of water.
  • Finish entire prescription, even if you begin to feel better.1
  • If overdose is suspected, contact poison control at 1-800-222-1222.

The Top 10 Resources on Spectracef

Selected by our Guides and Physician Review Team.

  1. Spectracef: Official Site
  2. RxList: Spectracef Drug Description
  3. First DataBank (via WebMD): Spectracef Oral
  4. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (via MedlinePlus): Cefditoren
  5. Cerner Multum (via Revolution Health): What is Spectracef (Cefditoren)?
  6. DrugLib: Spectracef (Cefditoren Pivoxil) - Summary
  7. DrugDigest: Spectracef
  8. Wolters Kluwer Health (via Drugs.com): Spectracef

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Research Notes References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (via MedlinePlus): Cefditoren

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