Drug Name:Cephalosporin
Drug Class:Antibiotic
Mechanism of Action:Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
Use:
  • Treatment of bacterial infections
  • Prophylaxis in surgical procedures
Side Effects:
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Allergic reactions
  • Superinfection
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
  • History of severe allergic reactions to penicillins
Specialty:
  • Infectious Disease
  • Internal Medicine
  • Surgery