Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil

Uses	Bacterial infection
Therapy	Antibiotic
Side Effects	Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach ache

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Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil is an antibiotic and used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, throat, lungs, airways and skin caused by various susceptible organisms. It acts by inhibiting the growth of the causative bacteria, thus leading to their death. Take Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil as advised by your doctor, preferably at the same time every day to obtain optimal results. Take it with meals, to avoid an upset stomach. Do not stop taking this medicine even if you start feeling better after taking this medicine, as it may result in treatment failure and increase the risk of re-infection. Thus, you should always complete the prescribed course of this medicine. Common side effects of Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil are diarrhoea, nausea, indigestion and vomiting. Most of these are temporary but if you feel the side effects persist, you should contact your doctor immediately. Before starting, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Uses

Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, skin & skin structure infections, throat, lungs and airways only.

Contraindications

When should one not use Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil

If you have an allergic reaction to Cefadroxil or other Cephalosporin antibiotics or any other ingredients of Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil.
If you have a history of severe allergic reactions to Penicillin.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Nausea, vomiting
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain, indigestion
Allergic reactions (skin rash or itching)

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information about the effect of Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil during pregnancy. Thus, it should be used only if prescribed by the doctor after assessing the benefits and needs.

Breast Feeding

The components of Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil pass into the breastmilk in small amounts. However, it is not expected to cause any harm to the newborn baby. If your baby develops thrush, rash or diarrhoea then breastfeeding should be discontinued.

Driving

Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil does not affect your ability to drive a vehicle or use machines.

Alcohol

Alcohol should be avoided along with Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil as it can worsen the side effects. It is advised to limit alcohol consumption.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You develop fever, and weakness and Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil is known to cause a decrease in the white blood cells, hence you may experience repeated infections, visit your doctor to get your white blood cell count tested.
You develop difficulty in breathing, swelling on your face, chest tightness, or rashes, immediately visit the hospital as this is a serious side effect and can be life-threatening.
You notice blood in your urine or back pain.
You have an allergy to Penicillins.
You experience weakness, and loss of appetite as these could be due to decreased red blood cell count.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil works by stopping the growth of the bacterial cell wall which eventually leads to the death of the bacteria.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat infections (antibiotics) like Gentamicin, Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim, Chloramphenicol, Polymyxin B, Vancomycin, Colistin, medicines to treat gout (Probenecid), medicines to treat blood pressure (Water pills/Diuretics like Furosemide) or medicines to thin the blood like Warfarin.

Interactions with food items

It is generally recommended to take Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil with food or just after meals.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose of Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil can result in difficulty in breathing, dizziness, low blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, skin eruptions, diarrhoea, cramps, altered consciousness, muscle contractions or coma.
If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do not stop taking Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil without completing the full course. Though you may be feeling better after a few doses, it is essential to finish the course as not all bacteria are killed with a few treatments. Stopping the medication can make the infection harder to treat.

Watch for persistent diarrhoea, blood in urine, repeated infections, weakness. Seek medical help if you experience these symptoms. This antibiotic is only for severe infections not controlled by other antibiotics, do not take this medicine on your own. Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil acts only against bacterial infections.

Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil is an antibiotic. It is mainly used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, throat, airways, skin, urinary tract and lungs caused by various susceptible organisms.

No, Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil is not the first choice of medicine for the treatment of a tooth infection. Cefadroxil is mainly used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, throat, lungs and urinary tract. Thus, it is not used to treat a tooth infection.

No, Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil is not a steroid, it is an antibiotic medicine.

Yes, Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil is effective in urinary tract infection (UTI). But it should be taken only if prescribed by the doctor. Do not self-medicate antibiotics in any case.

Diarrhoea is one of the common side effects that an individual might experience after taking Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil. If you experience it persistently, then do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine on your own. Keep yourself hydrated to replace the lost fluids and immediately inform the doctor.

No, it is not effective for cough. A cough could be due to different causes and hence it would be best to take a doctor's advice before taking any medicine to treat cough.

The content present in Cephadroxil / Cefadroxil is cefadroxil as its main component. It is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, throat, lungs, airways and skin caused by various susceptible organisms.

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