Is Ceftobiprole Medocaril Injection addictive?
Last updated September 7, 2026.
**No, ceftobiprole medocaril injection is not addictive.** You receive this antibiotic, sold as Zevtera, through an IV to treat certain bacterial infections. Repeated doses treat your infection and do not mean you have developed dependence. You do not need to taper it to prevent withdrawal when your prescribed treatment ends. Follow your treatment schedule, and ask your prescribing clinician before changing or stopping doses.
What to do
- **Follow your schedule:** Attend each infusion appointment and contact your care team if you miss a dose.
- **Discuss treatment changes:** Ask your prescribing clinician before stopping treatment or changing your doses.
- **Share your history:** Tell your care team about antibiotic allergies and kidney problems before treatment.
- **Report diarrhea:** Contact your clinician promptly for severe, persistent, watery, or bloody diarrhea during or after treatment.
- **Get emergency help:** Call 911 for trouble breathing or swelling of your face or throat.
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