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Cefmetazole

Generic Name
Cefmetazole
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C15H17N7O5S3
CAS Number
56796-20-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
3J962UJT8H
Background

A semisynthetic cephamycin antibiotic with a broad spectrum of activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms. It has a high rate of efficacy in many types of infection and to date no severe side effects have been noted.

Indication

For the treatment of infections caused by susceptible organisms.

Associated Conditions
Susceptible Bacterial Infections
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