Prescription
Antibiotic (Fourth-generation Cephalosporin)
Cefepime
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Cefepime is a strong antibiotic (germ-killing medicine) that belongs to the cephalosporin family. It works by stopping bacteria from building their protective walls, which kills them and clears the infection from your body.
What is it used for?
Serious bacterial infectionssevere pneumonia (chest infection)urinary tract infections (urine infections)skin infectionsblood infections (sepsis)typhoid that doesn't respond to regular antibioticshospital-acquired infectionsbacterial meningitis (brain infection)
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.