Bdroxil 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Other than this, Bdroxil 250 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bdroxil 250 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Bdroxil 250 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Bdroxil 250 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Bdroxil 250 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Bdroxil 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bdroxil 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Bdroxil 250 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Bdroxil 250 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bdroxil 250 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Bdroxil 250 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bdroxil 250 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Bdroxil 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Bdroxil in pregnant women.
Is the use of Bdroxil 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Bdroxil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bdroxil 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Bdroxil on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Bdroxil 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Bdroxil is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Bdroxil 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Bdroxil is not harmful for the heart.
Bdroxil 250 Tablet 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 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bdroxil 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bdroxil 250 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Bdroxil 250 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bdroxil 250 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bdroxil 250 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bdroxil 250 Tablet
Taking Bdroxil 250 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bdroxil 250 Tablet
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Bdroxil 250 Tablet does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
Discontinuing Bdroxil on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Take Bdroxil as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
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.
No, Bdroxil does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefadroxil which belongs to the class of drug known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Yes, Bdroxil can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Bdroxil along with ibuprofen.
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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)
