What is Cephalothin Sodium used for?

Cephalothin Sodium is used to treat various types of bacterial infections.

How do I take Cephalothin Sodium?

Cephalothin Sodium is given through an injection and is not a pill you swallow.

How does Cephalothin Sodium work?

It works by inhibiting bacterial penicillin-binding proteins, which prevents bacteria from growing.

Can I take Cephalothin Sodium by mouth?

No, Cephalothin Sodium is not an oral medication; it is intended for injection.

Is Cephalothin Sodium an antibiotic?

Yes, it belongs to the antibacterial class of drugs.

What kind of molecule is Cephalothin Sodium?

It is classified as a small molecule.

Cephalothin Sodium | CAS 58-71-9 | VUFGUVLLDPOSBC

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Antibacterial

Cephalothin Sodium is an antibacterial medication used to treat infections caused by bacteria. It works by stopping bacteria from building their cell walls, which leads to their death. This drug is typically administered through injection rather than by mouth.

How it worksIt stops bacteria from making the protective walls they need to survive.

Used for

Bacterial infections

Conditions

Bacterial infections

Class

AntibacterialSmall moleculeInfection-related systems

How to take

FormsInjection

RoutesParenteral

Cephalothin Sodium is an injectable medication and is not taken orally.

Talk to your doctor

Questions to ask

·Is Cephalothin Sodium the right antibiotic for my infection?
·How will this injection be administered?
·Are there any specific bacteria this drug won't work on?

Educational summary derived from FDA labeling, AI-assisted. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional. Updated 2026-04-26.

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