acudrox 125mg syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is acudrox 125mg syrup used for?
Axis 250mg Tablet DT (Cefadroxil) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefadroxil (125mg/5ml), which Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Cefadroxil
- Manufacturer: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ acudrox 125mg syrup Uses & Benefits
Treatment of urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, pharyngitis, tonsillitis.
Off-label uses: Prophylaxis for recurrent urinary tract infections, Bone and joint infections
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefadroxil |
| Brand Name | Axis 250mg Tablet DT |
| Manufacturer | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporins: 1st generation |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to cell lysis.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take acudrox 125mg syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of acudrox 125mg syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Vaginitis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
- Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hemolytic anemia
- Interstitial nephritis
- Seizures (high doses)
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased INR and bleeding risk |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Probenecid | Major | Decreased renal excretion of cefadroxil |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| Live vaccines | Moderate | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| BCG vaccine | Moderate | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| Antacids | Minor | Decreased absorption of cefadroxil |
| Iron supplements | Minor | Decreased absorption of cefadroxil |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Methotrexate
- Probenecid
โก Moderate Interactions
- Oral contraceptives
- Live vaccines
- BCG vaccine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Iron supplements
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or penicillins.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function in prolonged therapy; signs of superinfection.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Caution advised; excreted in breast milk in small amounts.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may be effective.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.