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Droxipic 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Droxipic 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Droxipic 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Droxipic 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Some other side effects of Droxipic 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Droxipic 500 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Droxipic 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Droxipic 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Droxipic 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Droxipic 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Droxipic 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Droxipic 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Droxipic 500 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
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Droxipic 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Droxipic is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Droxipic 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Droxipic does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Droxipic 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Droxipic rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Droxipic 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Droxipic is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Droxipic 500 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Droxipic for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Droxipic 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Droxipic 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Droxipic 500 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Droxipic 500 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Droxipic 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Droxipic 500 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Droxipic 500 Tablet
Taking Droxipic 500 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Droxipic 500 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Droxipic 500 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
The dosage of Droxipic may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not have any effect on its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Discontinuing Droxipic 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.
Yes, Droxipic can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
Droxipic is a brand name of cefalexin and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and skin infections.
No, Droxipic does not cause weight fluctuations (weight gain or weight loss). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain or weight loss and you are in doubt that Droxipic is causing weight fluctuations then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
