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12 kwi 2023 · What are second generation cephalosporins used for? Second generation cephalosporins may be used to treat the following types of infections when caused by susceptible strains of bacteria: Bone and joint infections. Gynecological infections. Intra-abdominal infections. Lower respiratory tract infections. Skin and skin structure infections.
20 kwi 2018 · INDICATIONS AND USAGE: Cefaclor is indicated in the treatment of the following infections when caused by susceptible strains of the designated microorganisms: Otitis media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, staphylococci, and Streptococcus pyogenes.
17 lut 2024 · Second-generation cephalosporins have coverage against Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, and Bacteroides spp. Third-generation cephalosporins have less coverage against most gram-positive organisms but have increased coverage against Enterobacteriaceae, Neisseria spp, and H influenzae. Fourth-generation cephalosporins have similar ...
16 sie 2022 · Cephalosporins are the largest group of beta-lactam antibiotics, cover a broad range of organisms, are generally well-tolerated, are easy to administer, and are thus frequently used. The classification, spectrum of activity, and pharmacology of the cephalosporins will be reviewed here.
The first cephalosporins were designated first-generation cephalosporins, whereas, later, more extended-spectrum cephalosporins were classified as second-generation cephalosporins. Each newer generation has significantly greater Gram-negative antimicrobial properties than the preceding generation, in most cases with decreased activity against ...
A cephalosporin indicated for the treatment of a variety of infections including acute bacterial otitis media, several upper respiratory tract infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections, gonorrhea, early Lyme disease, and impetigo.
The second-generation cephalosporins cefoxitin and cefotetan have expanded anaerobic activity and are superior to first-generation agents for prophylaxis of infection following elective colorectal surgery or hysterectomy, where anaerobic infections are more likely.
