Duricef
Formulated to address bacterial infection to alleviate symptoms and support recovery from infections.
Strengths: 250 · 500mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Baxan
- Therapeutic class
First-Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
Cephalosporin Antibiotic
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Minor side effects
nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
elevated liver enzymes
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Drug interactions
probenecid
- Age restrictions
Use requires clinical assessment across all age groups.
Precautions and warnings
monitor for signs of superinfection; use with caution in patients with history of gastrointestinal disease
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention; clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to address bacterial infection to alleviate symptoms and support recovery from infections.
Mechanism of action
Cefadroxil is a bactericidal antibiotic that acts by interfering with bacterial cell wall synthesis. It binds to essential penicillin-binding proteins, preventing the cross-linking of peptidoglycan chains, which leads to cell lysis and death of the susceptible bacteria.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed. Breastfeeding: Use with caution as cefadroxil is excreted in breast milk.
Duricef
Formulated to address bacterial infection to alleviate symptoms and support recovery from infections.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Cefadroxil
- Listed indication(s): Bacterial Infection
Usually available as
- 360 tablets - 250 mg121-250-mg-2798
- 180 tablets - 500 mg121-500-mg-1730