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

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet Information

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cedoxil 500 Mg 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Cedoxil Benefits & Uses
Cedoxil Dosage & How to Take
Cedoxil Side Effects
Cedoxil Related Warnings
Cedoxil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cedoxil
Cedoxil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet 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

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cedoxil without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cedoxil.

Safe
What is the effect of Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Cedoxil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Cedoxil does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Cedoxil is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet

Is this Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet

Taking Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet

Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Cedoxil 500 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cedoxil for tooth infection?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Cedoxil is not recommended for the treatment of tooth infection. However, it might be used for prevention (prophylaxis) of infection that arises because of dental surgery.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cedoxil make you drowsy?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Cedoxil does not make you drowsy. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cedoxil be used for sinus infection?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Cedoxil 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 Cedoxil is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cedoxil help in acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cedoxil if I am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cedoxil can be taken if you are allergic to penicillin but caution must be taken because scientific evidence suggests that cross-sensitivity can occur up to 10% of patients with a history of penicillin allergy.