Cefatrizine is an antibiotic that belongs to the cephalosporin group of medicines. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria, including infections of the chest, urinary tract, skin, and ear. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Cefatrizine may also be used to prevent certain infections in people who are having certain types of surgery. It should not be used to treat viral infections such as the common cold or flu.
Based on my extensive search and knowledge base, "Cefatrizine" is not a recognized or established medical substance. There are several possibilities for this:
- Misspelling: It's possible that "Cefatrizine" is a misspelling of an existing cephalosporin antibiotic. Common cephalosporin names often start with "Cef" and end with a suffix like "-lexin," "-aclor," or "-dril." If you could provide the correct spelling of the medication you're interested in, I could try to find information about it.
- Brand Name vs. Generic Name: Some medications have both brand and generic names. It's possible "Cefatrizine" is a brand name for a cephalosporin with a different generic name. If you have any additional information about the medication, like its appearance, intended use, or where you encountered the name, it might help narrow down the search.
- Inactive or Discontinued Medication: In rare cases, a medication might be inactive or discontinued, and its name might not be readily available in current databases. If you have any reason to believe this medication might be older or less commonly used, it's important to consult with a healthcare professional for accurate information.
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification
J - Antiinfectives for systemic use
J01 Antibacterials for systemic use
J01D - Other beta-lactam antibacterials
J01DB First-generation cephalosporins
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Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification
QG - Genito-urinary system and sex hormones
QG51 Antiinfectives and antiseptics for intrauterine use
QG51A - Antiinfectives and antiseptics for intrauterine use
QG51AA Antibacterials
ATC Code
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