Key facts about Cefadroxil
What dosages is Cefadroxil available in?
Cefadroxil is available as a 500 mg oral capsule, 1 g oral tablet, as well as a 250 mg/5 ml and 500 mg/5 ml oral suspension.
What is Cefadroxil used for?
Cefadroxil is a cephalosporin antibiotic and is used to treat urinary tract infections (bladder infections), skin infections, throat infections (strep throat), and tonsil infections (tonsillitis).
How does Cefadroxil work?
Cefadroxil is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from making their own protective covering.
How do I take Cefadroxil?
Cefadroxil is typically taken by mouth once daily or divided into 2 equal doses and taken two times a day. The specific dose will depend on the type and severity of infection that you have.
Is it safe for me to take Cefadroxil?
Cefadroxil is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have a known allergy to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics.
Cefadroxil Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Cefadroxil include:
- Diarrhea
Cefadroxil Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Cefadroxil. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe allergic reaction: itching or hives, swelling of your face or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Loose, watery stools (diarrhea), severe stomach pain or cramps, fever, nausea (these are signs of a serious C. difficile infection)
- Severe skin reactions: painful rash that turn into blisters, skin peeling
- Liver failure
- Low blood platelets
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Cefadroxil
- There are no major drug interactions listed for Cefadroxil. However, you should always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking
Who makes Cefadroxil?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Cefadroxil safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Cefadroxil will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving Cefadroxil, talk to your healthcare provider.
