Cefadur 500 Mg

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS1235

USA Brand Name

Duricef

Strength

500mg

Generic Name

Cefadroxil

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil)

## What Is The Generic Name For Cefadur:

Cefadroxil is the generic version for Cefadur

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Cefadur 500 mg (Cefadroxil):

Duricef

## About Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil):

Cefadur 500 mg contains an active ingredient Cefadroxil 500 mg, which is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, and throat. It is also used to prevent infections after surgery. You can buy it only through a doctor’s prescription from any of the leading online pharmacy stores, drugstores and medical supply stores.

## Manufacturer :

Cefadur 500 mg is manufactured by one of the top leading pharmaceutical company, Cipla (India).

## Strength :

Cefadur 500 mg contains an active ingredient, Cefadroxil 500 mg which is also available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading online pharmacy stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil):

Cefadur 500 mg is used in various bacterial infections:

Urinary Tract Infection

Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis

Bronchitis

Gonococcal infection

Impetigo

It can be used in many other infections not listed here.

## How Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil) Works:

Cefadroxil is the active agent present in the Cefadur 500 mg which works by killing the bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering which is required for their survival in the human body.

## Before You Use Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Cefadroxil

Your doctor knows about your Pre-existing disease, Surgeries, Medications, Food Habits, and Supplements

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil):

You should avoid Cefadur 500 mg if you:

Have severe Diarrhea or Bloody Stool

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

You should always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Are on blood thinners

Get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing

Have hypersensitivity or Allergy

Have kidney/Liver Disease

Are Pregnant/breastfeeding women

Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

## Dosage :

Cefadur 500 mg contains Cefadroxil 200 mg which is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. Cefadur 500 mg is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. Ask your doctor for the frequency and dosage of the medicine because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Cefadur 500 mg at a fixed time with food to avoid Nausea/Vomiting. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than Prescribed.

## How Much Of The Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Cefadur 500 mg.

## How To Take The Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil):

Cefadur 500 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time. Swallow the tablet as a whole with water without chewing or crushing it. Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil)

You are always advised to take Cefadur 500 mg as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large amount or for a longer time than recommended.

## Overdose :

Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect the overdose Symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Cefadur 500 mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Cefadur 500 Mg (Cefadroxil)

Nausea/Vomiting

Diarrhea

Abdominal pain

Dark or clay colored stools

Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet

Dizziness

Acid or sour stomach

Excessive air or gas in stomach

Heartburn

Indigestion

Redness of skin

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Cefadur 500 mg which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

Furosemide

Chloramphenicol

Ethinyl Estradiol

It interacts with diseased conditions like:

Colitis

Seizures

## Warning And Precaution:

Cefadur 500 mg should be used very cautiously in:

Allergy to Cefadroxil

Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

Impaired kidney function

Drug Resistance

It is not recommended in Breastfeeding/Pregnant women and Pediatric Population.

Consult your doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

Consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to the dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

## Indications:

Do not stop taking Cefadur 500 mg abruptly or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician

## Storage :

Store the Cefadur 500 mg at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure that the tablets should be intact and not damaged.