Drug reference
cephradine
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Cephalosporins)
Mechanism of action
Binds to one or more of the penicillin binding proteins, which in turn inhibits synthesis of bacterial cell wall
Common side effects
- Diarrhea that is watery
- Tightness in the chest
- Chills, fever, edema, arthralgia
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is cephradine?
cephradine belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does cephradine work?
Binds to one or more of the penicillin binding proteins, which in turn inhibits synthesis of bacterial cell wall
What are the common side effects of cephradine?
Diarrhea that is watery, Tightness in the chest, Chills, fever, edema, arthralgia
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