Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup
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Product introduction
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of Cefadrox Dry Syrup
Benefits of Cefadrox Dry Syrup
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side effects of Cefadrox Dry Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cefadrox
- Rash
- Vomiting
- Allergic reaction
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
How to use Cefadrox Dry Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Dissolve the powder in sterile water. Shake well and use. Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Cefadrox Dry Syrup works
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Cefadrox Dry Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Discontinue Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Narrow- specttrum {First generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 1st generation
Interaction with drugs
Taking Cefadrox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Cefadroxil may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefadroxil.
Cefadroxil may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Cefadroxil. If Purified Vi Polysac
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup
Twice A Day
94%
Thrice A Day
6%
What are you using Cefadrox Dry Syrup for?
Bacterial inf*
100%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
100%
FAQs
Can the use of Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
What if Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup doesn't work?
Talk to your doctor if Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
What if I don't get better after using Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Can I stop taking Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Is Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup good for urinary tract infection?
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup is a relatively safe and effective antibiotic that is available for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI).
Is Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup safe?
Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
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Name: Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cefadrox 250mg Dry Syrup. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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