cefoxid 500mg tablet dt

4.6 (14 reviews)

Cefadroxil (500mg)

🏭 Alkem Laboratories Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is cefoxid 500mg tablet dt used for?

Axis 250mg Tablet DT (Cefadroxil) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefadroxil (500mg), 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: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: B
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 cefoxid 500mg tablet dt 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

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Cefadroxil
Brand Name	Axis 250mg Tablet DT
Manufacturer	Alkem Laboratories 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 (20-25°C), protect from moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract; food does not affect absorption.

DistributionDistributes widely into body tissues and fluids; crosses placenta and enters breast milk.

Protein BindingApproximately 20% bound to plasma proteins.

MetabolismNot significantly metabolized; primarily excreted unchanged.

Half-Life1.5 to 2 hours (prolonged in renal impairment).

ExcretionExcreted unchanged in urine via glomerular filtration and tubular secretion.

BioavailabilityApproximately 90% after oral administration.

Onset of ActionWithin 1 hour.

Peak Plasma Time1 to 2 hours.

Duration of ActionApproximately 12 hours.

How It Works

Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to cell lysis.

Mechanism Steps

1Cefadroxil binds to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) on bacterial cell wall.

2Inhibits transpeptidase enzymes involved in peptidoglycan cross-linking.

3Disrupts cell wall synthesis, leading to osmotic instability.

💡 How to Take cefoxid 500mg tablet dt

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of cefoxid 500mg tablet dt

✅ Common Side Effects

Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Rash
Vaginitis

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea
Stevens-Johnson syndrome

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Hemolytic anemia
Interstitial nephritis
Seizures (high doses)

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ 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

🚨 Major Interactions

Warfarin
Methotrexate
Probenecid

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Oral contraceptives
Live vaccines
BCG vaccine

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Antacids
Iron supplements

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or penicillins.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Renal function in prolonged therapy; signs of superinfection.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Caution advised; excreted in breast milk in small amounts.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; hemodialysis may be effective.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.