Cefadrox 500mg Tablet 10'S

Bacterial Infections (2507)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Cefadroxil 500 mg

Manufacturer

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

CEFADROX 500MG TABLET contains Cefadroxil which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage bacterial infections in both adults and in children (weighing more than 40 kg). It can be used in the management of various bacterial infections affecting the throat, upper part of the respiratory tract, skin and soft tissues and the urinary tract. A bacterial infection can be defined as a proliferation of various harmful strains of bacteria in the body. They can affect any part(s) of the body including the respiratory tract, urinary tract, eyes, ears, skin, soft tissue or bones. CEFADROX 500MG TABLET is effective in managing bacterial infections affecting different parts of the body including the respiratory tract, urinary tract, throat and skin and soft tissues. CEFADROX 500MG TABLET must be taken with meals to avoid unwanted gastrointestinal

Uses

OF CEFADROX 500MG TABLETIt is used to manage the following bacterial infections in adults and in children (weighing more than 40 kg): throat infections (such as pharyngitis and tonsillitis) respiratory infections (such as pneumonia) urinary tract infections (such as cystitis or pyelonephritis) skin and soft tissue infections (such as abscesses, furunculosis, impetigo, erysipelas, pyoderma, lymphadenitis)

How It Works

CEFADROX 500MG TABLET is a bactericidal antibiotic. It binds to the bacterial cell wall and interfere with the bacterial cell wall synthesis. This weakens the bacterial cells and causes lysis of the bacteria, leading to bacterial cell death and decrease in spread of infection.

Directions for Use

Take CEFADROX 500MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. It is preferably taken with meals to avoid unwanted gastrointestinal

Side Effects

management with CEFADROX 500MG TABLET without any interruption. Do not miss a dose or stop taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET without consulting your doctor as it may lead to growth of harmful bacteria within the body which cannot be further controlled by CEFADROX 500MG TABLET. Before taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are going to have any blood test (Coombs Test) to detect blood count or any chemical urine test to detect blood sugar levels. CEFADROX 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to penicillin antibiotics (such as amoxicillin, ampicillin) and in patients having severe kidney impairment (including dialysis). CEFADROX 500MG TABLET should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if prescribed by the physician. It is generally not recommended for use in children aged below 6 years or in those who weigh less than 40 kg. The most common side effects of taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and diarrhea. These side effects may probably reduce if CEFADROX 500MG TABLET is taken along with meals. However, consult your doctor if any of the side effect bothers you. USES OF CEFADROX 500MG TABLETIt is used to manage the following bacterial infections in adults and in children (weighing more than 40 kg): throat infections (such as pharyngitis and tonsillitis) respiratory infections (such as pneumonia) urinary tract infections (such as cystitis or pyelonephritis) skin and soft tissue infections (such as abscesses, furunculosis, impetigo, erysipelas, pyoderma, lymphadenitis) HOW CEFADROX 500MG TABLET WORKSCEFADROX 500MG TABLET is a bactericidal antibiotic. It binds to the bacterial cell wall and interfere with the bacterial cell wall synthesis. This weakens the bacterial cells and causes lysis of the bacteria, leading to bacterial cell death and decrease in spread of infection. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CEFADROX 500MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. It is preferably taken with meals to avoid unwanted gastrointestinal side effects. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the medicine immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection. It is important to take the full course of CEFADROX 500MG TABLET without any interruption. Therefore, do not miss a dose or stop taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET without consulting your doctor as it may lead to growth of harmful bacteria within the body which cannot be further controlled by CEFADROX 500MG TABLET. SIDE EFFECTS OF CEFADROX 500MG TABLETCOMMON nausea, vomiting diarrhoea, indigestion, stomach pain skin rash with itching swollen sore tongue UNCOMMON vaginal fungal infections or ‘thrush’ RARE unexplained bruising or bleeding, which may be due to reduced platelets fever, feeling weak, generally unwell, muscle pain with or without swollen glands (serum sickness) joint pain Stop taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of infections (such as fever, general weakness, sore throat or mouth and problems in passing urine) severe allergic reaction (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, tongue or pharynx, difficulty in swallowing or breathing and chest tightness) signs of kidney problems (such as bloody or cloudy urine, scanty or no urine accompanied with lower back pain) inflammation of the colon (colitis) with bloody diarrhea severe skin reactions causing blistering of the skin, mouth, eyes, and genitals signs of low RBC count (such as yellow or pale skin, weakness or breathlessness)

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCEFADROX 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and in those who are planning to have a baby. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGCEFADROX 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk and affect the nursing infant. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you experience headache or dizziness after taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET. KIDNEYCEFADROX 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney diseases. It should be used with caution in patients undergoing dialysis. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERCEFADROX 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take CEFADROX 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to Cefadroxil or to any other penicillin antibiotics (Ex. amoxicillin). OTHERSBefore taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: are going to have any blood test (such as Coombs test) are going to have any chemical urine test for checking diabetes have a history of stomach problems Use in pediatrics CEFADROX 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children aged below 6 years or who weigh less than 40 kg. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking. Use in geriatrics CEFADROX 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions Before taking CEFADROX 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: medicines used for blood thinning (Ex. heparin and warfarin) medicines used to manage gout (Ex. probenecid) medicines used to lower elevated blood cholesterol levels (Ex. cholestyramine) antibiotics used to manage bacterial infection (Ex. erythromycin, sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim, chloramphenicol, polymyxin B, vancomycin, colistin, gentamicin) diuretics (used to increase urine output) Ex. furosemide Overdosage If you or anyone else accidentally took more CEFADROX 500MG TABLET consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage might include allergic reaction causing dizziness or breathing difficulties, low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin eruptions or muscular contractions. SYNOPSIS Drug : Cefadroxil Pharmacological Category : Cephalosporins Therapeutic Indication : Bacterial infections Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Drops, Dispersible tablet, Oral Drops, Syrup, Suspension, Dry Syrup and Dry Suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep CEFADROX 500MG TABLET out of reach of children. Store at room temperature

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Last Updated

14 Oct 2022

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