Cefadroxil Monohydrate
Cefadroxil Monohydrate is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is commonly prescribed for skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and certain respiratory tract infections. This medication works by targeting bacteria to help the body's immune system eliminate the infection.
Cefadroxil Monohydrate is an oral antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, urinary tract, and respiratory system.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 204175
- Generic
- Cefadroxil Monohydrate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treats bacterial infections including skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat). May also be used for other infections as determined by a healthcare provider.
As a cephalosporin antibiotic, it inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, ultimately causing bacterial cell death.
Patients with penicillin allergies should use caution as cross-reactivity is possible. Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve. Common side effects may include gastrointestinal symptoms. Always take as directed by a healthcare professional.
Official drug label
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