Synonyms: FK 482 | Omnicef®
cefdinir is an approved drug (FDA (1997))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Cefdinir is a semisynthetic, third generation cephalosporin and belongs to the β-lactam class of antibacterial compounds [1]. It has broad-spectrum activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative aerobic bacteria and is stable to hydrolysis by many common β-lactamases.
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References |
1. Inamoto Y, Chiba T, Kamimura T, Takaya T. (1988)
FK 482, a new orally active cephalosporin synthesis and biological properties. J Antibiot (Tokyo), 41 (6): 828-30. [PMID:3255303] |
2. Wise R, Andrews JM, Thornber D. (1991)
The in-vitro activity of cefdinir (FK482), a new oral cephalosporin. J Antimicrob Chemother, 28 (2): 239-48. [PMID:1778855] |