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Indications & Uses
Cefaten is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Ceftibuten dihydrate is the dihydrate salt of ceftibuten, a semi-synthetic cephalosporin antibiotic that is taken by mouth. Ceftibuten kills bacteria by binding to essential target proteins in the bacterial cell wall. This binding stops the bacteria from building their cell wall.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Ceftibuten dihydrate dosage by condition is as follows. For otitis media, the adult dosage is 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 10 days. The pediatric dosage for children >6 months is 9 mg/kg/day (maximum 400 mg) every 24 hours for 10 days. For tonsillitis/pharyngitis, the adult dosage is again 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 10 days, and the pediatric dosage for >6 months is 9 mg/kg/day (maximum 400 mg) every 24 hours for 10 days. For bronchitis, adults take 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 10 days. The pediatric dosage for >12 years is 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 10 days. For cystitis, the adult dosage is 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 7 days, and the pediatric dosage for >12 years is the same, 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 7 days. For pneumonia, the adult dosage is 200 mg orally every 12 hours for 7 to 14 days. The pediatric dosage for >12 years is also 200 mg orally every 12 hours for 7 to 14 days. For sinusitis, adults take 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 10 to 14 days, and the pediatric dosage for >12 years is 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 10 to 14 days. For urinary tract infection, the adult dosage is 400 mg orally every 24 hours for 10 days. The pediatric dosage for >6 months is 9 mg/kg/day (maximum 400 mg) every 24 hours for 10 days.
Side Effects
Ceftibuten Dihydrate can cause nausea, headache, diarrhea, dyspepsia, dizziness, abdominal pain and vomiting.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Like other broad-spectrum antibiotics, Ceftibuten Dihydrate can cause resistant organisms to emerge and overgrow if the treatment goes on for a long time. So the patient needs to be watched carefully. People with different degrees of renal insufficiency may need their dose of Ceftibuten Dihydrate adjusted. It should also be prescribed with caution to people who have a history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis.
Contraindications
Don't give Ceftibuten to anyone who is known to be allergic to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Ceftibuten is in Pregnancy Category B. There are no controlled data on its use in pregnant women, so it should be used in pregnancy only when the benefit clearly outweighs the risk.
It isn't known whether Ceftibuten (at the recommended dosage) passes into human milk. Many drugs do pass into breast milk, so caution should be exercised when Ceftibuten is given to nursing women.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Use in Special Populations
Renal Impairment
If the CrCl is 5 to 29 ml/min, the dose is 2.25 mg/kg or 100 mg orally once a day. If the CrCl is 30 to 49 ml/min, the dose is 4.5 mg/kg or 200 mg orally once a day.
Hepatic Impairment
Dose adjustment is not necessary for Ceftibuten Dihydrate in people with liver impairment.
Storage
Store Ceftibuten Dihydrate below 25°C, and keep it away from light and moisture. For the suspension, once it has been reconstituted you can use it for 14 days if you keep it at 2° to 8°C. Keep the medicine out of reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Cefaten 90 mg/5 ml
What is Cefaten 90 mg/5 ml Powder For Suspension?
Cefaten 90 mg/5 ml Powder For Suspension is a medicine that contains Ceftibuten Dihydrate. It is made by Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Third generation cephalosporins group of medicines.
What is Cefaten used for?
Cefaten is used for: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Bronchitis, Pharyngitis, Tonsillitis, Otitis Media.
What are the side effects of Cefaten?
Ceftibuten Dihydrate can cause nausea, headache, diarrhea, dyspepsia, dizziness, abdominal pain and vomiting.
Can I take Cefaten during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Ceftibuten is in Pregnancy Category B. There are no controlled data on its use in pregnant women, so it should be used in pregnancy only when the benefit clearly outweighs the risk. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Cefaten?
Store Ceftibuten Dihydrate below 25°C, and keep it away from light and moisture. For the suspension, once it has been reconstituted you can use it for 14 days if you keep it at 2° to 8°C.
Can I take other medicines with Cefaten?
Some medicines can interact with Ceftibuten Dihydrate, for example: Ranitidine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Cefaten?
Cefaten is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.