Cefadur 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefadur Information

Cefadur is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Drops, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. The alternative uses of Cefadur have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefadur. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cefadur side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Cefadur are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cefadur has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefadur has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefadur related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefadur are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Cefadur with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefadur is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Cefadur Benefits & Uses
Cefadur Dosage & How to Take
Cefadur Side Effects
Cefadur Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cefadur with Other Drugs
Cefadur Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefadur
Cefadur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefadur Benefits & Uses

Cefadur is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Cefadur Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefadur Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefadur is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Allergic reaction
Joint pain
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Angioedema
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria

Cefadur Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefadur safe for pregnant women?

Cefadur is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Cefadur safe during breastfeeding?

Cefadur is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefadur on the Kidneys?

Cefadur rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefadur on the Liver?

Cefadur does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefadur on the Heart?

Using Cefadur does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefadur with Other Drugs

Cefadur should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Cefadur Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefadur unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Cefadur

Is this Cefadur habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cefadur is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefadur. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefadur should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Cefadur for mental disorders.

No

Cefadur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefadur

You can take Cefadur with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefadur

You may consume alcohol while taking Cefadur. But caution is still important.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Cefadur

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cefadur treat strep throat?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefadur can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. It can also treat tonsillitis which is inflammation of tonsils caused by the same bacteria (Streptococcus pyogenes). Since Cefadur is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take it by yourself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Cefadur treat BV (bacterial vaginosis)?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefadur might treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is the excessive growth of bacteria in the vagina. Scientific evidence suggests that it can be used for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefadur cause yeast infection?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Cefadur might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefadur with tylenol?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, Cefadur can be taken with tylenol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.