Cefotetan
Cefotetan
Cefotetan (/sɛfəˈtɛtən/) is a cephalosporin antibiotic used in the treatment of various bacterial infections.
Etymology
The term "Cefotetan" is derived from the parent compound cephalosporin C, with the prefix "Cef-" indicating its relation to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics, and "-tetan" being a unique identifier for this specific drug.
Usage
Cefotetan is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).
Related Terms
- Cephalosporin: A class of antibiotics derived from the mold Acremonium, which was previously known as "Cephalosporium".
- Antibiotic: A type of antimicrobial substance active against bacteria. It is the most important type of antibacterial agent for fighting bacterial infections.
- Bacterial Infections: Infections caused by bacteria, which are single-celled microorganisms that can exist either as independent (free-living) organisms or as parasites (dependent on another organism for life).
Side Effects
Common side effects of Cefotetan include upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or redness/pain at the injection site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Precautions
Before using cefotetan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other cephalosporins; or to penicillins; or if you have any other allergies.
Interactions
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cefotetan
- Wikipedia's article - Cefotetan
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