Generic name: cefadroxil [ SEF-a-DROX-il ]
Brand name: Duricef
Dosage forms: oral capsule (500 mg); oral powder for reconstitution (250 mg/5 mL; 500 mg/5 mL); oral tablet (1000 mg)
Drug class:First generation cephalosporins
What is cefadroxil?
Cefadroxil is a cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotic that is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria.
Cefadroxil may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not take cefadroxil if you are allergic to cefadroxil or other cephalosporin antibiotic (cefdinir, cefalexin, Keflex, Omnicef, and others).
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
an allergy to any drug (especially penicillin);
intestinal problems, such as colitis; or
kidney disease.
Cefadroxil liquid contains sucrose. Talk to your doctor before using this form of cefadroxil if you have diabetes.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How should I take cefadroxil?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medicine guides or ins...
