Complete dosing information for CEFPROZIL
Medical guidance required: Dosing information here is for educational purposes. Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dose based on your specific condition, kidney function, other medications, and medical history. Never adjust your dose without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Cefprozil tablets are administered orally. Population / Infection Dosage ( mg ) Duration ( days ) a In the treatment of infections due to Streptococcus pyogenes, cefprozil tablets should be administered for at least 10 days. b Not to exceed recommended adult doses. ADULTS (13 years and older) UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis 500 q24h 10 a Acute Sinusitis 250 q12h or 10 (For moderate to severe infections, the higher dose should be used) 500 q12h LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis 500 q12h 10 SKIN AND SKIN STRUCTURE Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections 250 q12h or 10 500 q24h or 500 q12h CHILDREN (2 years to 12 years) UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT b Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis 7.5 mg/kg q12h 10 a SKIN AND SKIN STRUCTURE Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections 20 mg/kg q24h 10 INFANTS & CHILDREN (6 months to 12 years) UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT b Otitis Media 15 mg/kg q12h 10 (See INDICATIONS AND USAG