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ceftibuten

Third generation cephalosporin · Antibiotic

Third generation cephalosporinAntibiotic
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
not curated
INTERACTIONS
none in our sources
PREGNANCY
not curated

Mechanism

Not yet extracted

Indications

Gram-positive and few gram-negative bacteria (not Staph. aureus)Respiratory infectionsENT infections

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life
2–3 hours

Drug interactions

Levo Carnitine
Moderate
Database

Potential for carnitine deficiency with prolonged or repeated use, leading to symptoms like muscle weakness, fatigue, or impaired energy metabolism.

Monitor for signs of carnitine deficiency with prolonged use. Levo-carnitine supplementation may be considered in patients at risk or those developing symptoms of carnitine deficiency.

11 additional low-confidence interactions hidden — those rows lack a documented mechanism or management plan in our sources.

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Sources: KD Tripathi 7e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team