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Cefprozil (Cefzil) is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin family. Cefprozil (Cefzil) is prescribed for the treatment of bacterial infections of the throat, middle ear, tonsils, bronchi, pneumonia, and bacterial infections of the skin and soft tissues. Side effects, warnings and precautions, drug interactions, and patient information should be reviewed prior to taking any medication.

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