Cefadur 500mg

Product Description

What is Cefadur 500mg?

Cefadur 500mg, as a broad-spectrum antibiotic, helps treat various bacterial infections. It helps treat ear, throat, and urinary tract infections and skin or soft tissue infections. Cefadroxil is part of a class of antibiotics known as cephalosporin. Cefadroxil, a type of antibiotic, is not helpful against colds, flu, or viral infection. The use of antibiotics where they are not needed can lead to chances of developing an infection. Also, using them in the wrong does may lead to the chances of antibiotic resistance. So make sure to use this antibiotic as advised to you in the correct doses and duration. 

Uses of Cefadroxil tablets

Here are some bacterial infections for which Cefadroxil tablets are usually prescribed-

• Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis
• Impetigo
• Cystitis skin or soft tissue infection
• Pyelonephritis
• Osteomyelitis
• Urinary tract infection

How does it work? 

Cefadur 500mg tablet contains Cefadroxil as its active antibiotic agent. It acts by killing the bacteria and stopping the infection from spreading. The drug generally prevents the bacteria from developing their protective covering (cell wall). In this way, it weakens them and helps us to fight against them and treat the infection. 

How to use Cefadur 500mg?

It is possible to consume Cefadur 500 mg before or after eating. To take this antibiotic tablet, swallow it with water and try not to chew or crush it while dosing. A doctor will determine the dosage and duration depending on your medical condition. It is crucial to take it regularly by the schedule set by your physician. 

Antibiotic medication does not work on viral illnesses like the common cold or the flu. Take the complete treatment according to the prescription. Do not stop taking the medication without your doctor's approval. If you stop taking it too soon, you could be re-infected because some bacteria can remain. Also, you should take them when your prescription is over and inform your doctor.

Side effects

Common adverse effects of Cefadroxil are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, indigestion, headache and rash. Like other medicine, it may also include some side effects that are rare and short-lived. 

Avoid eating oil-rich or spicy food to manage nausea and vomiting caused by Cefadur tablets. Eat simple meals and if you have any history of allergies, then use them cautiously.

You must inform your doctor if these symptoms last many days and bother you. Seek medical attention if they get severe and follow the doctor's advice to manage them. 

Precaution and Safety advice

Before taking the Cefadur tablet, consult a doctor if you're allergic to it Cefadroxil. Also, have an allergy to any other cephalosporins antibiotics or a history of allergies. The product could contain additional ingredients that could trigger allergic reactions.

Do not consume alcohol while taking Cefadur 500mg tablets, as it can be unsafe. The drug may adversely affect health and cause side effects that may bother you. 

Before using this antibiotic, inform a doctor if you have a medical history, especially kidney or intestinal disease. 

Avoid any antibiotics vaccinations unless a doctor has told you to do this. Before dental procedures, inform your dentist about all products you use. It may include this antibiotic or the ones you buy on prescription. 

When pregnant, the antibiotic should only be taken only when required. Before you take it, it is essential to discuss a doctor first and use them only when considered safe.

Cefadroxil may pass into breast milk. Thus, talking with your physician before nursing a baby is essential. 

Drug interactions could alter the medicines' working and may harm your health. So, tell your doctor about all the other medicines you take. Inform if you take any vitamins or herbal supplements or prescriptions for non-prescription drugs. Also not to alter your regimen of dosing without consulting your doctor.