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Vantin vs. Teflaro

Cefpodoxime is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It's used to treat several types of bacterial infections, such as urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, and strep throat, in adults and children. The brand-name product Vantin is discontinued, but the antibiotic is still available as a lower-cost generic tablet and suspension. The dosage depends on your age and the type of infection you have, but cefpodoxime is typically taken twice per day by mouth. Side effects include diarrhea and nausea.

• Strep throat
• Tonsil infection
• Sinus infection
• Pneumonia
• Lung infection related to long-term bronchitis
• Urinary tract infection (UTI)
• Gonorrhea
• Skin infection
• Ear infection

• Diaper rash or fungal skin rash in children (up to 9%)
• Diarrhea (up to 7% in adults; up to 13% in children under 2 years old)
• Nausea (3%)
• Vomiting (2%)

• Severe allergic reaction
• Diarrhea from Clostridioides difficile infection
• Possible development of drug-resistant bacteria

Ceftaroline, also known by its brand name Teflaro, is a fifth-generation cephalosporin antibiotic that's used to treat pneumonia and skin infections. It's usually used for people who might have an infection from resistant bacteria, such as MRSA. Ceftaroline (Teflaro) is administered as an intravenous (IV) infusion. Side effects can include diarrhea, nausea, and rash. Ceftaroline (Teflaro) is similar to penicillin, so it might not be a good choice for people with a penicillin allergy.

• Pneumonia
• Bacterial skin infections (e.g., cellulitis)

Adults:

• Diarrhea (5%)
• Nausea (4%)
• Rash (3%)

Children:

• Diarrhea (8%)
• Rash (7%)
• Vomiting (5%)
• Nausea (3%)
• Fever (3%)

• Allergic reactions
• Diarrhea from Clostridioides difficile infection
• Nervous system side effects
• Development of drug-resistant bacteria