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Introduction of Cefadroxil
Cefadroxil is a cephalosporin antibiotic used
to treat certain infections caused by bacteria such as skin,
throat, and urinary tract infections. Antibiotics will not
work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
Cefadroxil is sometimes prescribed for other
uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Precautions Before taking cefadroxil
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tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to
cefadroxil or any other cephalosporin antibiotic such as
cefaclor or cephalexin, penicillin, or any other drugs.
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tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and
nonprescription medications you are taking, especially other
antibiotics, anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as
warfarin, probenecid, and vitamins.
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tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney or
liver disease, colitis, or stomach problems.
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tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become
pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant
while taking cefadroxil, call your doctor.
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if
you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the
doctor or dentist that you are taking cefadroxil.
Side Effects of Cefadroxil
Although side effects from cefadroxil are not
common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these
symptoms are severe or do not go away:
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upset stomach
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diarrhea
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vomiting
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mild skin rash
If you experience any of the following
symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
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severe skin rash
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itching
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hives
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difficulty breathing or swallowing
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wheezing
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unusual bleeding or bruising
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sore throat
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painful mouth or throat sores
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vaginal infection
Storage Conditions for Cefadroxil
Keep Cefadroxil in the container Cefadroxil
came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store
Cefadroxil at room temperature and away from excess heat and
moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any Cefadroxil that
is outdated or no longer needed. Keep liquid medicine in the
refrigerator, tightly closed, and throw away any unused
medication after 14 days. Do not freeze. Talk to your
pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
Disclaimer:
Information on this page is provided for general
information purposes. You should not make a clinical treatment
decision based on information contained in this page without
consulting other references including the package insert of
the drug, textbooks and where relevant, expert opinion. We
cannot be held responsible for any errors you make in
administering drugs mentioned on this page, nor for use of any
erroneous information contained on this page.
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