This article describes cefprozil oral tablet’s dosages and strengths and gives details on how to take it. You’ll also find information on cost savings and coupon options for cefprozil. To learn more about cefprozil oral tablet, talk with your doctor.
Cefprozil oral tablet is a generic medication. It’s not available in a brand-name version. Cefprozil also comes in an oral suspension, but that form isn’t described in this article. To learn more about that form, talk with your doctor.
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Form and strengths of cefprozil
Cefprozil oral tablet comes as follows:
- Form: oral tablet, which you’ll take by swallowing
- Strengths: 250 milligrams (mg), 500 mg
Dosage of cefprozil
Cefprozil oral tablet is recommended for various types of infections when the infection is thought to be caused by certain bacteria.
This article describes the recommended dosages for cefprozil oral tablet. The drugmaker provides these dosages.
If your doctor prescribes this medication, you should follow the dosage they prescribe. Your doctor will determine the dosage that best meets your needs. Do not change your dosage of cefprozil oral tablet without your doctor’s recommendation.
Usual recommended dosages of cefprozil in adults
Ultimately, your doctor will prescribe the smallest dosage of cefprozil oral tablet that gives the desired outcome.
The recommended dosages of cefprozil for certain bacterial infections in adults are:
| Type of infection | Recommended dosage | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| pharyngitis (infection of the pharynx, in the back of the throat) or tonsillitis (infection of the tonsils) | 500 mg once every 24 hours | 10 days |
| acute sinusitis (infection of the sinuses) | 250 mg every 12 hours for moderate or severe sinusitis, 500 mg every 12 hours | 10 days |
| chronic bronchitis (sudden worsening, caused by bacteria, of long-term inflammation of the lungs) | 500 mg every 12 hours | 10 days |
| skin infections | 250 or 500 mg every 12 hours or 500 mg once every 24 hours | 10 days |
Dosages of cefprozil in children
Dosages of cefprozil for children ages 13 years and older are the same as the dosages for adults. In younger children, dosages of cefprozil are given in mg per kilograms (kg) of body weight. One kg is about 2.2 pounds. Specific dosages of cefprozil are shown in the tables below according to age group and type of bacterial infection.
Dosage for certain bacterial infections in older children
The recommended dosages of cefprozil for certain bacterial infections in children ages 13 years and older are:
| Type of infection | Recommended dosage | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| pharyngitis (infection of the pharynx, in the back of the throat) or tonsillitis (infection of the tonsils) | 500 mg once every 24 hours | 10 days |
| acute sinusitis (infection of the sinuses) | 250 mg every 12 hours for moderate or severe sinusitis, 500 mg every 12 hours | 10 days |
| chronic bronchitis (sudden worsening, caused by bacteria, of long-term inflammation of the lungs) | 500 mg every 12 hours | 10 days |
| skin infections | 250 or 500 mg every 12 hours or 500 mg once every 24 hours | 10 days |
Dosage for certain bacterial infections in younger children
The recommended dosages of cefprozil for certain bacterial infections in children ages 2 to 12 years are:
| Type of infection | Recommended dosage | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| pharyngitis (infection of the pharynx, in the back of the throat) or tonsillitis (infection of the tonsils) | 7.5 mg/kg every 12 hours (maximum dosage of 500 mg every 12 hours) | 10 days |
| skin infections | 20 mg/kg once every 24 hours | 10 days |
Dosage for certain bacterial infections in infants and children
The recommended dosages of cefprozil for certain bacterial infections in children ages 6 months to 12 years are:
| Type of infection | Recommended dosage | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| otitis media (middle ear infection) | 15 mg/kg every 12 hours | 10 days |
| acute sinusitis (infection of the sinuses) | 7.5 mg/kg every 12 hours for moderate or severe sinusitis, 15 mg/kg every 12 hours (maximum dosage of 500 mg every 12 hours) | 10 days |
Dosage adjustments for cefprozil
Your doctor will prescribe a dosage of cefprozil oral tablet based on several factors. These include:
- the specific condition being treated and how severe it is
- your age
- other health conditions you may have, including kidney problems
Missed dose of cefprozil
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist right away if you realize you forgot to take a dose of cefprozil oral tablet. They may advise you to take the missed dose. Or they may advise you to skip it and take your next dose as scheduled.
For tips on how to plan your doses of cefprozil oral tablet and avoid missing a dose, read this article. You could also try:
- downloading a reminder app on your phone
- setting an alarm
- putting a note where you’ll see it, such as on your calendar, bathroom mirror, or bedside table
Frequently asked questions
Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about cefprozil oral tablet and its dosage.
How does the dosage of cefprozil compare with the dosage of amoxicillin?
It depends. Cefprozil and amoxicillin are both antibiotics. They may be prescribed to treat similar types of infections, such as a middle ear infection, skin infection, or strep throat.
There are some similarities between cefprozil and amoxicillin. Both come as pills that you swallow. And both come in 250 mg and 500 mg strengths. Depending on the type of infection being treated, cefprozil oral tablet or amoxicillin may be prescribed every 12 hours.
That said, the dosages of cefprozil oral tablet and amoxicillin can differ. They may vary based on:
- why you’re prescribed the medication
- your age
- other health conditions you may have
- the dosage forms and strengths of the medication
Talk with your doctor if you have questions about your dosage of cefprozil oral tablet or how it compares to amoxicillin. Your doctor can discuss whether one antibiotic is a better choice than the other for your condition.
For more details about how the dosage of cefprozil oral tablet compares with the dosage of amoxicillin, see this article.
Is cefprozil taken long term?
No, doctors don’t typically prescribe cefprozil oral tablet as a long-term treatment. Instead, it’s usually recommended for short-term use. For most infections, cefprozil oral tablet will be prescribed for 10 days.
If you have questions about how long you should take cefprozil oral tablet, talk with your doctor.
How cefprozil is taken
You’ll swallow cefprozil oral tablet once by mouth every 12 or 24 hours. This helps keep a consistent amount of the drug in your body. And that can help the drug work more effectively.
Cefprozil oral tablet may be taken with or without food.
If it’s hard for you to swallow tablets, view this article. It provides suggestions on how to swallow medications that come in pill form. Or ask your doctor if they could prescribe the oral suspension form of cefprozil, which comes as a liquid that you swallow.
Also, be sure to talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you’re having difficulty taking your medication. They can offer recommendations about taking it.
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