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About TORRES 250MG TABLET

CEFPROZIL belongs to a class of medications called ‘Antibiotics’ used to treat bacterial infections. It is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis (sore throat), tonsillitis (swollen tonsils), otitis media (middle ear infection), sinusitis (sinus infection), bronchitis (inflammation of the bronchi or lower respiratory tract infection) and skin infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. CEFPROZIL does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

CEFPROZIL contains ‘Cefprozil’ which is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It has bactericidal action (kills bacteria). It works by preventing the formation of the cell wall (outer protective layer of bacteria, which is essential for its survival) by preventing protein's synthesis. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Uses of TORRES 250MG TABLET

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits of TORRES 250MG TABLET

CEFPROZIL contains ‘Cefprozil’ which is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It acts by disrupting the formation of the cell wall (outer layer), which is essential for bacteria's survival, thereby killing the bacteria. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic and acts against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It can effectively treat bacterial infections such as pharyngitis (sore throat), tonsillitis (swollen tonsils), otitis media (middle ear infection), sinusitis (sinus infection), bronchitis (inflammation of the bronchi or lower respiratory tract infection), and skin infections.

Directions for Use

CEFPROZIL is available in the form of tablets/capsules and suspension. Tablets or capsules: You should swallow the tablet or capsule as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. It can be taken with or without food. However, you can take after meals if you are having an upset stomach. The dose and duration are prescribed by the doctor based on your health condition. Suspension: For suspensions, CEFPROZIL is available as a dry powder in a bottle. A liquid is provided to make a suspension. If the liquid is not available, you may also use boiled and cooled water. There will be a mark on the bottle to determine the water to be added. If the mark is not present, you may ask your pharmacist or refer to the patient information leaflet (PIL) about the amount of water to be added. A measuring cup is used to measure the required amount of water and poured into the dry powder. Shake the bottle well before each use. Store the remaining suspension for the next use in the refrigerator. Do not freeze the medicine. Discard any unused medicine older than 2 weeks after opening the bottle.

Side Effects of TORRES 250MG TABLET

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Vaginal itching or discharge
• Abnormal liver function tests
• Low white blood cell (WBC) count

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

CEFPROZIL should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Do not take CEFPROZIL on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. You may experience ‘Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea (CDAD)’ after using CEFPROZIL. So, please undergo an examination to rule out CDAD's chances if you experience diarrhea following the use of CEFPROZIL. Do not use for prolonged periods than recommended by your doctor. Long-term use can lead to superinfection (additional infection caused by other microbes).

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CEFPROZIL may interact with other cephalosporin antibiotics, aminoglycoside antibiotics (amikacin, gentamicin, kanamycin, and streptomycin), and medicine used to treat gout or high uric acid levels (probenecid).