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Androxil Benefits & Uses

Androxil 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

Androxil 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

Androxil Related Warnings

Is the use of Androxil safe for pregnant women?

Androxil is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Androxil safe during breastfeeding?

Androxil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Androxil on the Kidneys?

Androxil rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Androxil on the Liver?

Androxil does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Androxil on the Heart?

Androxil is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Androxil with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Androxil Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Androxil

Is this Androxil habit forming or addictive?

Androxil is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Androxil can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Androxil only as per medical advice.

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

Androxil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Androxil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Androxil

It is safe to take Androxil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Androxil

Taking Androxil with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Androxil

Question over 5 years ago

Does Androxil help in acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Androxil might help in acne. It is used for the treatment of acne vulgaris along with other antibiotics before treating with isotretinoin.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Androxil with Benadryl?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes Androxil can be taken with diphenhydramine. Diphenhydramine does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Androxil. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Androxil work?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Androxil contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Androxil is effective against bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Beta-hemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococci strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella species.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Androxil without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Androxil is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Androxil?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Androxil is a brand name of cefalexin and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as a tablet, syrup, and oral drops. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. Androxil is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment and prevention of bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, skin infections, tonsillitis, and pharyngitis.