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pivmecillinam
Antibiotic (β-lactam prodrug) · Antibiotic
Antibiotic (β-lactam prodrug)Antibiotic
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
—
not curated
INTERACTIONS
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none in our sources
PREGNANCY
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not curated
Mechanism
Not yet extracted
Indications
Acute uncomplicated cystitisShigellosis (second-line)
Dosing
- Adult
- 400 mg bid
- Pediatric
- 20 mg/kg 4 times per day for 5 days PO
Side effects
Common
NauseaVomitingDiarrhea
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Sources: Harrison 22e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team