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Bdroxil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Bdroxil have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bdroxil. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Bdroxil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Bdroxil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bdroxil is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Bdroxil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bdroxil related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Bdroxil are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Bdroxil have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Bdroxil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Bdroxil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Bdroxil safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Bdroxil in pregnant women.
Is the use of Bdroxil safe during breastfeeding?
Bdroxil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bdroxil on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Bdroxil on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Bdroxil on the Liver?
Bdroxil is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Bdroxil on the Heart?
Bdroxil is not harmful for the heart.
Bdroxil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bdroxil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bdroxil habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bdroxil is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Bdroxil. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bdroxil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bdroxil is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bdroxil
Taking Bdroxil with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bdroxil
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Bdroxil does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
No, Bdroxil does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Bdroxil is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Bdroxil might cause a rash which is a sign of an allergy to this drug. This occurs very rarely and this effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
No, Bdroxil does not cause constipation. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it.
Bdroxil 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. Bdroxil 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.
Yes, Bdroxil might be used to treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Bdroxil is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)