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Brand: Cefotan
Cefotetan is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is a beta-lactam antibiotic with a broad spectrum of activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Cefotetan works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to bacterial cell death. It has a longer half-life than other cephalosporins, allowing for less frequent dosing.
For the treatment of bacterial infections, such as lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and skin structure infections, and gynecological infections.
Outcome:
Disulfiram-like reaction
Mechanism:
Inhibition of aldehyde dehydrogenase
Outcome:
Decreased cefotetan absorption
Mechanism:
Chelation or altered gastric pH
Outcome:
Additive bleeding risk
Mechanism:
Both can affect platelet function
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release injectable cefotetan (2025, 70% confidence)
Based on historical usage patterns and emerging resistance data, there is a 15% likelihood of increased restrictions on cefotetan use within the next 5 years.
Cephalosporin, Beta-lactam Antibiotic
Cephem