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Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
Cefadroxil (500mg)
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Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet is used for treatment of Bacterial infections.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Cefadroxil (500mg)
Available variants: tablet 500 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹40 (₹3.98 per tablet)
MRP: ₹42
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
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Composition of Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet contains Cefadroxil (500mg). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Benefits of Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
- In Bacterial infection
- Cefadrox kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back.
- In Chest infection
- Cefadrox treats bacterial infections of the chest, easing the cough, fever and breathlessness as the bacteria are cleared.
- In Urinary infection
- Cefadrox clears the bacteria behind burning, frequency and pain on passing urine.
- In Ear and throat infection
- Cefadrox treats bacterial infections of the ear, throat and sinuses, relieving the pain and fever they cause.
- In Typhoid
- Cefadrox kills the typhoid bacteria in the blood and gut, bringing down the fever and preventing the complications of untreated typhoid.
How Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet works
cefaDROX 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) that is needed for them to survive.
How to take Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. cefaDROX 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of cefaDROX 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and, rarely, fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Cefadrox are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Loose motions
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Rash
- Thrush
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Finish the whole course even after you feel better — stopping early breeds resistant bacteria. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a severe reaction to penicillin; a small proportion of people react to both groups. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Several medicines in this group are on Schedule H1 precisely because overuse drives antibiotic resistance. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it for you.
Do not take Cefadrox if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.
Interactions with other medicines
Antacids, iron and zinc reduce absorption — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.
How to store Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Stopping it early may make the infection come back and be harder to treat.
- Consider taking it with food if it causes an upset stomach.
- Discontinue cefaDROX 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of the face and mouth, or difficulty breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete.
- Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class:
- Cephalosporins
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Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet used for?
Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Bacterial infections. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet?
Bacterial infection: Cefadrox kills a wide range of bacteria by breaking down their cell walls, bringing the infection under control. Finishing the full course prevents it coming back. It is also used for chest infection, urinary infection, ear and throat infection.
What is the salt in Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet?
Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet contains Cefadroxil (500mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet work?
cefaDROX 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic.
Is Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Cefadrox are Loose motions, Nausea, Stomach pain, Rash, Thrush. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Cefadrox.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet?
Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of cefaDROX 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet starts at ₹40 (MRP ₹42) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 500 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet?
Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet is manufactured by ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet delivered?
Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefadroxil (500mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹40 (₹3.98 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹42
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
- Manufacturer
- ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class
- Cephalosporins
- Action class
- First-Generation Cephalosporins
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 500 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Cefadrox 500 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.