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Pd Roxil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. The alternative uses of Pd Roxil have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Pd Roxil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pd Roxil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pd Roxil 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.
It is also important to note that Pd Roxil has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pd Roxil related warnings talks about Pd Roxil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Pd Roxil contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Pd Roxil have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pd Roxil is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pd Roxil 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 Pd Roxil safe for pregnant women?
PD Roxil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Pd Roxil safe during breastfeeding?
PD Roxil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Pd Roxil on the Kidneys?
PD Roxil rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pd Roxil on the Liver?
Using PD Roxil does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Pd Roxil on the Heart?
PD Roxil is not harmful for the heart.
Pd Roxil 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 Pd Roxil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pd Roxil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pd Roxil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pd Roxil can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pd Roxil only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pd Roxil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pd Roxil
You can take Pd Roxil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pd Roxil
Taking Pd Roxil with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.
Yes, PD Roxil might help in acne. It is used for the treatment of acne vulgaris along with other antibiotics before treating with isotretinoin.
No, PD Roxil 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, PD Roxil might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, PD Roxil 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 PD Roxil is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
Yes PD Roxil covers Escherichia coli. PD Roxil is effectively used in the treatment of infections that are caused by this bacteria.
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)