👤 Adult👶 Paediatric

Cefazolin

1 known interaction (1 severe)

3 brand names

Indications

Surgical prophylaxis
Skin infection, Soft tissue infection, Bone infection, Joint infection

Drug Interactions

1 Severe

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Safety Information

🤰Pregnancy guidance available

🤱Breastfeeding guidance available

🫘Renal impairment guidance

⚠️Requires renal dose adjustment

Side Effects

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Brand Names

Reflin(IN)Cefazolin(IN)+ 1 more in app

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Last reviewed: 2026

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