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Auro-Cefprozil (Auro Pharma, 250 mg): Uses, Side Effects and Dosage

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Source: Health Canada – Drug Product Database (DPD) and product monographs · About this document

Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Auro-Cefprozil (Auro Pharma, 250 mg)

ABOUT THIS MEDICATION

AURO-CEFPROZIL is the generic brand name for a drug called cefprozil.

What the medication is used for:

The most common uses of AURO-CEFPROZIL are:

  • respiratory infections
  • urinary tract infections
  • skin infections
  • acute sinusitis

Antibacterial drugs like AURO-CEFPROZIL treat only bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections such as the common cold. Although you may feel better early in treatment, AURO-CEFPROZIL should be used exactly as directed. Misuse or overuse of AURO-CEFPROZIL could lead to the growth of bacteria that will not be killed by AURO-CEFPROZIL (resistance). This means that AURO-CEFPROZIL may not work for you in the future. Do not share your medicine.

For other possible uses, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

What it does:

AURO-CEFPROZIL is an antibiotic.

When it should not be used:

Do not use if allergic to cefprozil or any of the nonmedicinal ingredients present in AURO-CEFPROZIL (See “What the important non-medicinal ingredients are” section below).

What the medicinal ingredient is:

Cefprozil (as cefprozil monohydrate)

What the important nonmedicinal ingredients are:

AURO-CEFPROZIL (Cefprozil Tablets 250 mg and 500 mg): Microcrystalline cellulose, Sodium starch glycolate, Magnesium stearate. Additionally 250 mg strength contains Titanium dioxide, Hypromellose, Polyethylene glycol, Polysorbate 80, FD&C yellow No.6/Sunset yellow FCF aluminium lake, Shellac glaze, Iron oxide black and Ammonium hydroxide and 500 mg strength contains Titanium dioxide, Hypromellose, Polyethylene glycol, Polysorbate 80, Shellac glaze, Iron oxide black and Ammonium hydroxide.

What dosage forms it comes in:

Tablets, 250 mg and 500 mg.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

Before starting AURO-CEFPROZIL and to get the best possible treatment, be sure to tell your doctor if you:

  • Are allergic to penicillins, cephalopsporins, cefprozil or any other drugs.

  • Do not use if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

  • Do not use for children below the age of 6 months.

  • Caution is required when cefprozil is used for the chronically ill or institutionalized elderly.

INTERACTIONS WITH THIS MEDICATION Drugs that may interact with AURO-CEFPROZIL include aminoglycoside antibiotics and probenecid.

Before you use AURO-CEFPROZIL talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION

Adults (13 years and older)

Usual dose:

Respiratory and Urinary Tract Infections: 500 mg once daily.

Skin Infections: 250 mg every 12 hours or 500 mg once daily.

Acute Sinusitis: 250 mg or 500 mg, every 12 hours.

Overdose:

If you think you have taken too much AURO-CEFPROZIL, contact your healthcare professional, hospital emergency department or regional Poison Control Centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.

Missed Dose:

Call your doctor or pharmacist right away in case of a

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ

missed dose.

SIDE EFFECTS AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM

The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking AURO-CEFPROZIL, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS, HOW OFTEN THEY
HAPPEN AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM
Symptom / effectTalk to your healthcare professional

Stop taking drug and

get

immediate medical help

Only if severeIn all cases

Severe Cutaneous

Adverse Reactions

(SCAR) (severe skin

reactions that may also affect other organs):

  • Skin peeling, scaling, or

    blistering (with or without pus) which may also affect your eyes, mouth, nose or genitals, itching, severe rash, bumps under the skin, skin pain, skin color changes (redness,

    yellowing, purplish)

  • Swelling and redness of

    eyes or face

  • Flu-like feeling, fever,

    chills, body aches, swollen glands, cough

  • Shortness of breath,

    chest pain or discomfort

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HOW TO STORE IT

AURO-CEFPROZIL should be stored at room temperature (15°C – 30°C) and protected from light and excessive humidity. Keep out of reach and sight of children.

Reporting Side Effects

You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:

  • Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction

    Reporting (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/medeffect-canada/adverse-reaction-reporting.html) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or

  • Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345.

NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.

MORE INFORMATION

If you want more information about AURO-CEFPROZIL:

  • Talk to your healthcare professional
  • Find the full Product Monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Consumer Information by visiting the Health Canada website (https://health-products.canada.ca/dpd-bdpp/index-eng.jsp); the manufacturer’s website www.auropharma.ca, or by calling 1-855-648-6681.

Auro Pharma Inc.

3700 Steeles Avenue West, Suite # 402

Woodbridge, Ontario, L4L 8K8,

Canada.

Date of Revision: September 22, 2020

About this document

Source: Health Canada – Drug Product Database (DPD) and product monographs · DIN (Drug Identification Number): 02347245

Revision date stated in the text: September 22, 2020

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Drug information for Auro-Cefprozil (Auro Pharma, 250 mg)

Rx or OTC
Prescription (Rx)?
DIN 02347245
Schedule(s) PRESCRIPTION
Active ingredient(s) Cefprozil 250 MG
Dosage form(s) Tablet
Route(s) of administration Oral
Drug class (WHO ATC)
  1. J Antiinfectives for systemic use
    1. J01 Antibacterials for systemic use
      1. J01D Other beta-lactam antibacterials
        1. J01DC Second-generation cephalosporins
          1. J01DC10 Cefprozil
Company AURO PHARMA INC
Current status Dormant
Current status date August 4, 2017

Source: Health Canada – Drug Product Database (DPD) and product monographs, data as of November 1, 2026. Data from the Health Canada Drug Product Database, as published there. Not a substitute for the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.