Synonyms: Cefizox® | compound 22 {PMID: 2342058] | Epocelin® | FK-749 | FK749 | FR-13749 | FR13749 | SK&F 88373-Z
ceftizoxime is an approved drug (FDA (1983))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Ceftizoxime is a semisynthetic, broad-spectrum, β-lactamase-resistant, parenterally administered third-generation cephalosporin antibacterial with Gram +ve and Gram -ve activity. Unlike other third-generation cephalosporins, ceftizoxime's C-3 side chain has been removed to prevent deactivation by hydrolytic enzymes.
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