Drug reference
ceftaroline fosamil
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Cephalosporins)
Mechanism of action
Beta-lactam cephalosporin with activity against aerobic and anaerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. Demonstrates activity in vivo against resistant methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) strains and in vitro against vancomycin-resistant and linezolid-resistant S aureus
Common side effects
- Rash
- Constipation
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Increased transaminases
- Diarrhea
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to drug, excipients or other cephalosporins
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is ceftaroline fosamil?
ceftaroline fosamil belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does ceftaroline fosamil work?
Beta-lactam cephalosporin with activity against aerobic and anaerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. Demonstrates activity in vivo against resistant methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) strains and in vitro against vancomycin-resistant and linezolid-resistant S aureus
What are the common side effects of ceftaroline fosamil?
Rash, Constipation, Vomiting, Nausea, Increased transaminases, Diarrhea
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