Direction for Use
Cefadroxil 500 mg tablets are typically taken orally, with or without food. The recommended dosage and duration of treatment will vary depending on the condition being treated and the individual patient’s response to the medication.
Form and storage of medicine
Keep cefadroxil out of reach of children and away from heat and moisture.
Precautions , warning and saftey measures of drug name uses
Warning: Cefadroxil 500 mg tablets may cause an allergic reaction in some people. Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include hives, difficulty breathing, and swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop taking the medication and seek medical attention immediately.
Contradicition of drug name
Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver disease, as cefadroxil may not be suitable for you.If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking cefadroxil.Avoid taking cefadroxil with other antibiotics, as this can increase the risk of side effects.
Drug-Interaction/Drug-Food/Drug-disease
◉Drug drug interaction-drug interactions for cefadroxil 500 mg tablets, including$$Anticoagulants (blood thinners) such as warfarin: Cefadroxil may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulants,,Probenecid: This drug can increase the levels of cefadroxil in the blood, which may lead to an increased risk of side effects,,Oral contraceptives: Cefadroxil may reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, increasing the risk of pregnancy,,Diuretics (water pills): Cefadroxil may increase the risk of electrolyte imbalances when taken with diuretics,,Live bacteria vaccines: Cefadroxil may interfere with the effectiveness of live bacteria vaccines.
◉ Drug food interaction-Cefadroxil may interact with certain foods and dietary supplements, including:$$Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium: These can decrease the absorption of cefadroxil, so it is recommended to take cefadroxil at least 2 hours before or after taking antacids.$$Calcium-containing products: Cefadroxil may decrease the absorption of calcium-containing products, so it is recommended to take them at least 2 hours before or after cefadroxil.$$Iron-containing products: Cefadroxil may decrease the absorption of iron-containing products, so it is recommended to take them at least 2 hours before or after cefadroxil.$$Vitamin K: Cefadroxil may decrease the effectiveness of vitamin K, so it is important to monitor blood clotting if taking both at the same time.
◉ Drug disease interaction: Cefadroxil 500 mg tablets may interact with certain medications, including:$$Probenecid: This drug is used to treat gout and may increase the levels of cefadroxil in the blood, potentially leading to an increased risk of side effects.$$Warfarin: Cefadroxil may increase the blood-thinning effects of warfarin, leading to a higher risk of bleeding.$$Other antibiotics: Taking cefadroxil with other antibiotics, such as tetracyclines or aminoglycosides, may lead to a decrease in the effectiveness of cefadroxil.$$Oral contraceptives: Cefadroxil may reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, leading to a higher risk of unintended pregnancy.
