cefadroxina kid tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is cefadroxina kid tablet used for?
Axis 250mg Tablet DT (Cefadroxil) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefadroxil (125mg), 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: Hamax Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cefadroxina kid tablet 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 | Hamax Pharmaceuticals |
| 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 cefadroxina kid tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cefadroxina kid tablet
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.