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Cefadroxil

Cefadroxil is an oral first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections. It does not treat viral illnesses.

Duricef

Bacterial Infection, Pharyngitis

250 · 500mg

Cefadroxil 250mg and 500mg tablets, used for bacterial infection and bacterial pharyngitis. A first-generation cephalosporin that halts cell wall building.

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Key points

  • Cefadroxil is chosen according to the likely bacteria, infection site and local susceptibility information.
  • A previous severe immediate reaction to a penicillin or cephalosporin requires careful allergy assessment.
  • Persistent watery or bloody diarrhoea can indicate antibiotic-associated colitis and needs prompt review.

Select a listed product and pack to order online. Whether it suits you depends on the infection being treated; ask your doctor or pharmacist.

What cefadroxil is used for

Uses may include selected bacterial pharyngitis and other susceptible bacterial infections. A culture may be needed when the organism or resistance pattern is uncertain.

How it works

Cefadroxil disrupts bacterial cell-wall formation. Completing the prescribed course and avoiding use for viral symptoms helps limit treatment failure and resistance.

Important safety checks

Review antibiotic allergies, kidney function, pregnancy, previous antibiotic-associated colitis and anticoagulant treatment. Kidney impairment can change medicine exposure.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for facial swelling, breathing difficulty, a blistering rash, fainting, severe or bloody diarrhoea, or marked weakness with reduced urine.

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