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What is Duricef
CefadroxilThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryCephalexin derivative is an antibiotic that acts for a long time and can treat a wide range of infections. It is also water-soluble.
Duricefis the brand name
Duricef Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Duricef
Cefadroxil
1978
98
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Cefadroxil, also known as Duricef, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses which include Urinary Tract Infection and Tonsillitis .Urinary Tract Infection
Tonsillitis
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Bacterial Infections
Effectiveness
How Duricef Affects PatientsCefadroxil is a type of antibiotic used to treat infections of the urinary tract, skin, throat, and tonsils.
How Duricef works in the bodyCefadroxil works by binding to special proteins in bacteria cells, stopping the bacteria from forming a cell wall. This makes the bacteria vulnerable to being destroyed by its own enzymes, which break down the cell wall and cause the bacteria to die.
When to interrupt dosage
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Tonsillitis
, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 125.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral
Urinary Tract Infection
, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 125.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 125.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral
Bacterial Infections
, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 125.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 125.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral
Communicable Diseases
, 500.0 mg, 1000.0 mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 500.0 mg/mL, 125.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Powder, for suspension, Powder, for suspension - Oral
Warnings
Duricef ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Common Duricef Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Neomycin
Major
The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Cefadroxil is combined with Neomycin.
Tenofovir
Major
Cefadroxil may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir.
Tenofovir alafenamide
Major
Cefadroxil may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir alafenamide.
Tenofovir disoproxil
Major
Cefadroxil may increase the nephrotoxic activities of Tenofovir disoproxil.
Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Vibrio cholerae CVD 103-HgR strain live antigen can be decreased when used in combination with Cefadroxil.
Duricef Toxicity & Overdose RiskTaking too much of this drug can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic skin rashes.
Duricef Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Duricef?
39 active investigations are evaluating the potential of Duricef in ameliorating Communicable Diseases, Urinary Tract Infection and Streptococcal Pharyngitis.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Urinary Tract Infection
8 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3
Bacterial Infections
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
24 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 3, Not Applicable
Streptococcal Pharyngitis
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Tonsillitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Communicable Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Duricef Reviews: What are patients saying about Duricef?
5Patient Review
7/16/2013 I've had to deal with several UTIs in my life and, thankfully, Duricef has always been there for me. It's completely cleared every infection I've had within a week and I haven't experienced any side effects whatsoever.
5Patient Review
10/7/2011 I had strep throat and a urinary tract infection at the same time. This medication cleared up both infections within two days.
3.3Patient Review
5/31/2009 I developed a rash one day after finishing the treatment.
Patient Q&A Section about duricef
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.Is Duricef a penicillin?
"How does cefadroxil work? Cefadroxil works by preventing bacteria from making their own protective covering. This makes it easier for the body's immune system to kill the bacteria.
Is cefadroxil a penicillin? No, cefadroxil is not a penicillin. It is a cephalosporin antibiotic."
Answered by AI
Is Duricef the same as Keflex?
"Keflex is used to treat bacterial infections, and is available as a generic. Duricef is also available as a generic. Both drugs are available in different forms (tablet, capsule, and suspension), and are used to treat many types of bacterial infections."
Answered by AI
What is the drug Duricef used for?
"It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu).
This medication is for treating bacterial infections. It is in a class of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics. The medication works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic can only treat bacterial infections and not virus infections."
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