Androxil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Androxil Information

Androxil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Androxil have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Androxil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Androxil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Androxil go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Androxil has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Androxil related warnings talks about Androxil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Androxil contraindications section.

Additionally, Androxil may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Androxil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Androxil Benefits & Uses
Androxil Dosage & How to Take
Androxil Side Effects
Androxil Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Androxil with Other Drugs
Androxil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Androxil
Androxil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Androxil Benefits & Uses

Androxil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Androxil 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

Androxil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Androxil is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Allergic reaction
Joint pain
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Angioedema
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria

Androxil Related Warnings

Is the use of Androxil safe for pregnant women?

Androxil is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Androxil safe during breastfeeding?

Androxil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Androxil on the Kidneys?

Androxil rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Androxil on the Liver?

Androxil does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Androxil on the Heart?

Androxil is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Androxil with Other Drugs

Androxil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Androxil Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Androxil

Is this Androxil habit forming or addictive?

Androxil is not addictive in nature.

No
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 Androxil can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Androxil only as per medical advice.

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

Androxil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Androxil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Androxil

It is safe to take Androxil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Androxil

Taking Androxil with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Androxil

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Androxil?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

The dosage of Androxil 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 food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Androxil without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Androxil is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Androxil for tooth infection?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Androxil 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

Is Androxil an antibiotic?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Androxil is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Androxil if I am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Androxil 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.