Vantin (Cefpodoxime Proxetil) is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

It is an antibiotic in a class of drugs called cephalosporins. Cefpodoxime fights bacteria in the body. Cefpodoxime is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, ear infections, sinus infections, skin infections, gonorrhea, and urinary tract infections. Cefpodoxime may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

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