Kafocin Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

A cephalorsporin antibiotic that is no longer commonly used.

Kafocin is an antibiotic related to cephalosporin but no longer in common use. It is an orally absorbed derivative of cephalosporin C.

Attribute	Details
Trade Name	Kafocin
Generic	Cephaloglycin
Cephaloglycin Other Names	Cefaloglicina, Cefaloglycin, Cefaloglycine, Cefaloglycinum, Cephaloglycine, Cephaoglycin acid, D-Cephaloglycine
Type
Formula	C18H19N3O6S
Weight	Average: 405.425 Monoisotopic: 405.099456045
Groups	Approved
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
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Last Updated:	January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am

Uses

For treatment of severe infections caused by susceptible bacteria.

How Kafocin works

The bactericidal activity of cephaloglycin results from the inhibition of cell wall synthesis via affinity for penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs).

Toxicity

Adverse effects following overdosage include nausea, vomiting, epigastric distress, diarrhea, and convulsions.

Elimination Route

Well absorbed following oral administration.

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