{"id":6576,"date":"2021-01-10T12:14:03","date_gmt":"2021-01-10T12:14:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=6576"},"modified":"2021-06-17T07:14:07","modified_gmt":"2021-06-17T07:14:07","slug":"cefamox","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/cefamox\/","title":{"rendered":"Cefamox &#8211; Cefadroxil uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\n\n1 g&nbsp;soluble tablets&nbsp;<br>cefadroxil<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Cefamox is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cefamox is an&nbsp;antibiotic, ie.&nbsp;a bactericidal drug of the so-called cephalosporin type.&nbsp;It works by preventing the bacteria from forming a new cell wall.&nbsp;Thus, the multiplication of bacteria stops and already existing bacteria die.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cefamox is used to treat certain bacterial infections such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>urinary tract infections<\/li><li>skin and soft tissue infections<\/li><li>tonsillitis<\/li><li>pneumonia<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What you need to know before you use Cefamox<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Cefamox<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to cephalosporin&nbsp;antibiotics&nbsp;or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Cefamox<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you have previously reacted to&nbsp;penicillin&nbsp;you have a severe&nbsp;allergic reaction<\/li><li>if you have impaired kidney function<\/li><li>if you have or have had diseases of the stomach and intestines, such as severe diarrhea (&nbsp;colitis&nbsp;)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Cefamox<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines such as:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Probenecid (for&nbsp;gout&nbsp;)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no known risks of use during pregnancy, but as experience is limited, Cefamox should only be used during pregnancy if there is a strong need.&nbsp;Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Cefamox if you are pregnant.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cefadroxil (the active substance in Cefamox) passes into breast milk and it is unclear how breastfed babies are affected.&nbsp;Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Cefamox if you are breast-feeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cefamox should not significantly affect your ability to drive or use machines.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How to use Cefamox<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dissolve Cefamox soluble tablet (NOTE: not&nbsp;effervescent tablet&nbsp;) in \u00bd glass of water while stirring for 3 &#8211; 5 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tablet should be taken at about the same time each day at about 12-hour intervals and preferably with food.&nbsp;The tablet dissolves faster if it is crushed first, e.g.&nbsp;between two tablespoons.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dose&nbsp;one is determined by the doctor, who adjusts it individually for you.&nbsp;The size of the dose and the length of treatment depend on the type and severity of the infection.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The usual&nbsp;dose&nbsp;for adults and children (&gt; 40 kg) is \u00bd &#8211; 1 tablet (500 mg -1 g) twice a day.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The usual&nbsp;dose&nbsp;for children (&lt;40 kg) is 12.5 &#8211; 25 mg\/kg body weight twice a day.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you feel better after just a few days, it is important that the entire Cefamox treatment is completed, according to the instructions of a doctor or pharmacist.&nbsp;If treatment is stopped prematurely, some bacteria can survive, grow, and lead to&nbsp;a recurrence of&nbsp;infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects, although not everybody gets them.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stop taking Cefamox and contact a doctor immediately if you get any of the following symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, difficulty swallowing,&nbsp;hives,&nbsp;and difficulty breathing.<\/li><li>In rare cases, Cefamox can affect the white&nbsp;blood cells&nbsp;so that the&nbsp;defense against&nbsp;infection deteriorates.&nbsp;If you get an&nbsp;infection&nbsp;with symptoms such as fever with severe general deterioration or fever with local infection symptoms such as sore throat\/pharynx\/mouth or urination problems, you should see a doctor as soon as possible so that a lack of&nbsp;white blood cells&nbsp;can be ruled out via blood tests.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common&nbsp;adverse&nbsp;s<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurring in more than 1 in 100):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>allergic skin reactions, rashes, and&nbsp;itching&nbsp;(most common in people with other types of&nbsp;allergies&nbsp;)<\/li><li>diarrhea<\/li><li>nausea and vomiting.&nbsp;Nausea is counteracted if the medicine is taken with a meal.<\/li><li>magont<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Less common&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong>&nbsp;(by less than 1 in 100):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>fever<\/li><li>itching&nbsp;in the abdomen<\/li><li>fungal infection of the abdomen<\/li><li>swelling of the skin or mucous membranes<\/li><li>increased levels of&nbsp;white blood cells<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong>&nbsp;(by less than 1 in 1000):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>severe allergic reactions (&nbsp;hypersensitivity reactions&nbsp;)<\/li><li>severe diarrhea.&nbsp;In case of severe persistent diarrhea (which may also occur several weeks after the end of treatment), a doctor should be consulted.<\/li><li>skin and mucosal changes (sometimes severe)<\/li><li>joint pain<\/li><li>low&nbsp;white blood cell count<\/li><li>low&nbsp;platelet count<\/li><li>hepatic impairment and liver failure<\/li><li>increased level of liver enzymes in the blood (normalized after stopping treatment)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurs in the unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>fungal overgrowth in the oral cavity and abdomen<\/li><li>decreased&nbsp;white blood cell count<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.&nbsp;This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Cefamox<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Store in the original package.&nbsp;Moisture sensitive.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is cefadroxil, 1 g per soluble tablet.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, crospovidone, guar gum, ammonium glycyrrhizate, saccharin sodium, gluconolactone, sodium gluconate, raspberry, lemon and strawberry flavors.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The tablet is white to off-white, flat, round, notched on one side, and embossed with CDX on the other side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bausch Health Ireland Limited<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3013 Lake Drive<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Citywest Business Campus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dublin 24 &#8211; D24PPT3 &#8211; Ireland<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PenCef Pharma GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sch\u00fctzenanger 9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>37081 G\u00f6ttingen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lower Saxony<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Germany<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Local representative<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bausch &amp; Lomb Nordic AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>S\u00f6der M\u00e4larstrand 45<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>118 25 Stockholm<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cefamox is an antibiotic, ie. a bactericidal drug of the so-called cephalosporin type. 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