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Cephalosporins - oral
Simular Drugs : Cefadroxil, Cefadroxil Hydrate, Cefadroxil Monohydrate
Cefadroxil Monohydrate Usage: this medication is an antibiotic that is used to treat variety of bacterial infections.
How to use Cefadroxil Monohydrate: Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at constant level. Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout day & night. this medication works best when taken on an empty stomach. However, if stomach upset occurs, it may be taken with food. Continue to take it medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after some days. Stopping medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in relapse about the infection.
Cefadroxil Monohydrate side effects: this medication may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea, & vomiting. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly. Unlikely to occur but report promptly: fever, simple bleeding or bruising, change in the amount of urine, seizures. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate healthcare attention if it occurs. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or pharmacist.
Cefadroxil Monohydrate Precautions: Before taking this drug, tell your pharmacist if you allergic to any drugs, especially: penicillins, cephalosporins. Inform your doctor of any medical conditions, especially about: kidney disease. Use of this med for prolonged or repeated periods may result in secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection). Caution is advised when using this medication in elderly because they may be more sensitive to side effects of tablet. Tell your physician if you pregnant before using this drug. it medication is excreted into breast milk. Though no problems have been noted, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Cefadroxil Monohydrate drug interactions: Tell your doctor of all prescription & nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: med for gout (e.g., probenecid). it medication may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills. Discuss using another methods of birth control with some your healthcare professional. Cephalosporins may cause false positive results in tests for sugar in urine. Diabetics should use Clinistix rather than Clinitest tablets. Blood sugar testing is not affected. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or doctor approval.
Cefadroxil Monohydrate Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain.
Cefadroxil Monohydrate special notes: it drug has been prescribed for your current condition only. don't use it later for another infection or give this to someone else. different medication may be necessary.
If you missed Cefadroxil Monohydrate dose: If you should miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless this is almost time for following dose. If It's nearly time for next dose, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' the dose.
Cefadroxil Monohydrate Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. don't store in bathroom.
Active Ingredients : Cephalosporins