[A semi-synthetic cephalosporin and a beta-lactam antibiotic with bactericidal activity. Cefdinir's effect is dependent on its binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located in the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane. Binding results in the inhibition of the transpeptidase enzymes, thereby preventing cross-linking of the pentaglycine bridge with the fourth residue of the pentapeptide and interrupting consequent synthesis of peptidoglycan chains. As a result, cefdinir inhibits bacterial septum and cell wall synthesis formation. ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0060405 - Organic Chemical
- Antibiotic
Relation/PAR: [AM103] CEPHALOSPORINS, 3RD GENERATION
Unclassified Ingredients
Relation/CHD: CEFDINIR 125 MG/5ML
CEFDINIR 300 MG