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Droxlect 250 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Droxlect 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Droxlect 250 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Droxlect 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Droxlect 250 Tablet 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 Droxlect 250 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Droxlect 250 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Droxlect 250 Tablet related warnings section.
The section on Droxlect 250 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Droxlect 250 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Droxlect 250 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Droxlect 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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Is the use of Droxlect 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Droxlect is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Droxlect 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Droxlect does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Droxlect 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Droxlect rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Droxlect 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Droxlect is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Droxlect 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Droxlect does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Droxlect 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Droxlect 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Droxlect 250 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Droxlect 250 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Droxlect 250 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Droxlect 250 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Droxlect 250 Tablet
You can take Droxlect 250 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Droxlect 250 Tablet
Droxlect 250 Tablet and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.
No, Droxlect does not cause constipation. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it.
Yes, Droxlect can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Droxlect along with ibuprofen.
Yes, Droxlect can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. 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 this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
Yes, Droxlect 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.
Droxlect 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. Droxlect 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.
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)