Cefadroxil Tablets
This antibiotic is indicated to target bacterial infections, developed to alleviate infections of the skin, throat, and urinary tract to support recovery.
Strengths: 250 · 500mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Baxan
- Therapeutic class
Cephalosporin Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
Cephalosporin
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Precautions and warnings
complete the full course; caution in renal impairment
- Minor side effects
nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
abdominal pain; rash
- Dosage forms
Tablet; Capsule, hard
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Onset Time
1 hour
- Duration
12 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
Probenecid
- Age restrictions
Consult doctor for paediatric dosing.
Serious side effects
pseudomembranous colitis — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This antibiotic is indicated to target bacterial infections, developed to alleviate infections of the skin, throat, and urinary tract to support recovery.
Mechanism of action
Cefadroxil is a bactericidal cephalosporin that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, causing cell lysis and death.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Considered safe; consult physician. Breastfeeding: Generally considered compatible.
Cefadroxil Tablets
This antibiotic is indicated to target bacterial infections, developed to alleviate infections of the skin, throat, and urinary tract to support recovery.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Cefadroxil
- Listed indication(s): Bacterial Pharyngitis, Tonsillitis, Urinary Tract Infection, Skin Infection
Usually available as
- 360 tablets - 250 mg1169-250-mg-13841
- 180 tablets - 500 mg1169-500-mg-13846