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What is Cedax
CeftibutenThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryCeftibuten is an antibiotic taken by mouth to treat bacterial infections. It is typically used to treat severe chest congestion, ear infection, sore throat, and tonsillitis.
Cedaxis the brand name
Cedax Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Cedax
Ceftibuten
1995
9
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Ceftibuten, also called Cedax, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses including Bronchitis, Chronic and Tonsillitis .Bronchitis, Chronic
Tonsillitis
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
Otitis Media
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Effectiveness
How Cedax Affects PatientsCeftibuten is an antibiotic that kills bacteria.
How Cedax works in the bodyCeftibuten kills harmful bacteria by blocking the production of their cell walls. It does this by attaching itself to proteins that are needed to make the walls.
When to interrupt dosage
The prescribed dosage of Cedax is contingent upon the identified condition, such as Sinusitis, Bacterial Pneumonia and Urinary tract infection. The amount of dosage is contingent upon the type of administration (e.g. Suspension - Oral or Suspension) specified in the table below.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Communicable Diseases
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Upper Respiratory Infections
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Bronchitis
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Urethritis
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Pneumonia, Bacterial
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Bronchitis
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Sinusitis
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
uncomplicated Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Tonsillitis
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Otitis Media
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Tonsillitis
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Sore Throat
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Bronchitis, Chronic
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Superinfection bacterial
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Otitis
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Urinary tract infection
180.0 mg/mL, , 400.0 mg, 18.0 mg/mL, 90.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Warnings
Cedax has one contraindication and should not be administered when presenting with any of the conditions stated in the table below.Cedax ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Common Cedax Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Neomycin
Major
The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Ceftibuten is combined with Neomycin.
Tenofovir
Major
Ceftibuten may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir.
Tenofovir alafenamide
Major
Ceftibuten may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir alafenamide.
Tenofovir disoproxil
Major
Ceftibuten may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir disoproxil.
Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen can be decreased when used in combination with Ceftibuten.
Cedax Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much of a cephalosporin can lead to seizures due to brain irritation.
Cedax Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Cedax?
143 active clinical trials are currently assessing the potential of Cedax to mitigate Upper Respiratory Infections, Tonsillitis and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
90 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 4
Upper Respiratory Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
uncomplicated Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Sinusitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Sore Throat
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
8 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 4, Not Applicable
Urinary tract infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Urethritis
0 Actively Recruiting
Pneumonia, Bacterial
0 Actively Recruiting
Otitis
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Bronchitis, Chronic
0 Actively Recruiting
Tonsillitis
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4
Bronchitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Tonsillitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Superinfection bacterial
0 Actively Recruiting
Bronchitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bronchitis
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable
Bronchitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Cedax Reviews: What are patients saying about Cedax?
5Patient Review
11/8/2013 We've tried a lot of different treatments for my son's ear infection, but this is the only one that has worked. We're hopeful that his scheduled adenoid removal will be the end of his ear infections.
2Patient Review
1/19/2012 This medication is quite potent. My two year old was unable to keep it down, even when taken with food. We tried this as a last resort after three other antibiotics over the course of six weeks, but it unfortunately did not help clear up his ear infections.
2Patient Review
7/5/2011 Unfortunately, this didn't work for my 10-month-old. He ended up getting a fever that lasted for over a week.
1.3Patient Review
4/29/2014 Despite my child completing the full course of antibiotics prescribed for his ear infection, he still tested positive for strep throat. We had to go back and start a new medication.
Patient Q&A Section about cedax
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is the generic name for Cedax?
"The oral form of this medication is used to treat certain types of skin infections (e.g., cellulitis, folliculitis, impetigo).
This drug is used to treat certain types of skin infections, including cellulitis, folliculitis, and impetigo."
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What is Cedax used for?
"It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).
Ceftibuten is used for treating a variety of bacterial infections. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic, which works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is only effective against bacterial infections, and not viral infections."
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What is the contraindications for Cedax?
"You may experience diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria, as well as inflammation of the large intestine. If you have moderate to severe kidney impairment, these conditions may be exacerbated."
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Why was Cedax discontinued?
"The reason for the discontinuation of Cedax (ceftibuten) is unknown. In 2017, the FDA found that there were no safety or effectiveness issues with the suspension form of the medication."
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